January weather forecastAltea, Spain
January
Weather in January
In Altea, Spain, the weather in January marks the beginning of the year with moderate conditions. Even though it is the coolest month, it rarely gets too cold as the temperature range is consistently from 11.4°C (52.5°F) to 14.4°C (57.9°F). Considering the relative mildness of the weather, it's a good time for those who prefer soothingly cool daytime weather. Clear skies with minimal cloud cover present a good opportunity for stargazing. The wind, though present, dies down during this period to offer calm sea conditions for sailing and other water activities.Temperature
As Altea welcomes January, the average high-temperature is noted at a still moderate 14.4°C (57.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of January.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Altea is 67%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Altea, Spain, are January and April, with an average 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Altea, Spain, the average seawater temperature in January is 14.4°C (57.9°F).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 14.4°C (57.9°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of January, in Altea, Spain, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 18:20 CET.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Altea is 7.9h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in January translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Altea, Spain
- Average high temperature in January: 14.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 11.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11°C).
Average pressure in January
Altea, Spain
- Average pressure in January: 1019.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Altea, Spain
- Average wind speed in January: 17.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Altea, Spain
- Average humidity in January: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (65%).
Average rainfall in January
Altea, Spain
- Average rainfall in January: 7mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and April (7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Altea, Spain
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Altea, Spain
- Average sea temperature in January: 14.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Altea, Spain
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 7h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Altea, Spain
- Average sunshine days in January: 27.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Altea, Spain
- Average UV index in January: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Altea, Spain
- Average cloud cover in January: 25
The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in January
Altea, Spain
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
