January weather forecast
Altea, Spain

englishespañol中文
Share

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.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altea in January?

January temperatures in Altea, Spain, vary between a high-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F) and a low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Altea?

In Altea, Spain, the average relative humidity in January is 67%.

What is the rainiest month in Altea?

The months with the most rainfall in Altea are January and April, with an average 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

What is the last month it rains in Altea?

January is the last month it rains in Altea, Spain. During 1.9 rainfall days, in January, Altea aggregates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Altea?

In Altea, Spain, the average seawater temperature in January is 14.4°C (57.9°F). Swimming in 14.4°C (57.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Altea have in January?

In Altea, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Altea?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 18:20 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Altea have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Altea is 7.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Altea?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Altea, Spain.

What is the UV index reading in January in Altea?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Altea, Spain, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average pressure in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average humidity in January
Altea, Spain

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%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Altea, Spain

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Altea, Spain
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 5min

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).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average UV index in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Average visibility in January
Altea, Spain

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).

[Resources]

Altea, Spain

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location