January weather forecast
Gijón, Spain

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The beautiful panorama of the Universidad Laboral in Gijón, Spain
The beautiful panorama of the Universidad Laboral in Gijón, Spain

Weather in January

The city of Gijón in Spain kicks off the year with temperatures slightly more bearable than late December. Snowfall is rare with only 3mm (0.12") recorded, but rainfall is considerably more evident with 88mm (3.46") observed throughout the month. Daylight is slowly gaining momentum as the days lengthen. The sea remains relatively cold, discouraging any attempts for a swim. Inclement weather is commonplace in January, with 78% relative humidity indicating an overall damp atmosphere.

Temperature

Gijón notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 11.8°C (53.2°F) and a low of 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Gijón is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, in Gijón, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout January, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gijón, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 653mm (25.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and February. The month with the most snowfall in Gijón is January, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Gijón is 13.2°C (55.8°F).
Note: If planning to swim in 13.2°C (55.8°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Gijón is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 18:31 CET.

Sunshine

In Gijón, the average sunshine in January is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gijón are January, February, April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Gijón?

Temperature records in Gijón mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 11.8°C (53.2°F) and lows at 7.1°C (44.8°F).

What is the usual temperature for Gijón in January?

In Gijón, in January, the average high-temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.1°C (44.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Gijón?

In Gijón, Spain, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Gijón in January?

In Gijón, Spain, during January, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Gijón?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Gijón. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

When does it start to snow in Gijón?

January is the first month it typically snows in Gijón, Spain. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Gijón?

In January, the average sea temperature in Gijón, Spain, is 13.2°C (55.8°F). Swimming in 13.2°C (55.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Gijón?

In January, the average day length in Gijón is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gijón?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, in Gijón, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 18:31 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gijón?

In Gijón, Spain, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.3h.

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

January, February, April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Gijón?

In Gijón, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gijón, Spain

Average temperature in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average high temperature in January: 11.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Gijón, Spain

Average pressure in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average pressure in January: 1020.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Gijón, Spain

Average wind speed in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average wind speed in January: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Gijón, Spain

Average humidity in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gijón, Spain

Average rainfall in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average rainfall in January: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Gijón, Spain

Average rainfall days in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gijón, Spain

Average snowfall in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average snowfall in January: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Gijón, Spain

Average snowfall days in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Gijón, Spain

Average sea temperature in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in January: 13.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (12.8°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gijón, Spain

Average sunshine days in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gijón, Spain

Average UV index in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April and November (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gijón, Spain

Average cloud cover in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Gijón, Spain

Average visibility in January - Gijón, Spain
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (9km).

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