January weather forecast
Madrid, Spain

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Cibeles fountain in front of the towering Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain
Cibeles fountain in front of the towering Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain

Weather in January

A typical January in Madrid, Spain, is characterized by relatively cold temperatures with the high and low averages fluctuating between 2.7°C (36.9°F) and 9.8°C (49.6°F). The start of the year often witnesses overcast skies as daylight is limited to approximately 9.7 hours per day. A moderate amount of precipitation is a common occurrence during this month, leading to an increased probability of scattered rain showers. Despite the rainfall, plenty of sunlight prevails with an average of 4.8 sunshine hours per day. The weather conditions in January are a contrast from the warm temperatures experienced at the end of the preceding year.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) and a minimum temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Rainfall

In Madrid, during January, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 60 rainfall days, and 423mm (16.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Madrid, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 18:30 CET.

Sunshine

In Madrid, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Madrid. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Madrid?

Madrid's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 9.8°C (49.6°F) and lows of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What are the temperatures in Madrid in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Madrid, is 9.8°C (49.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.7°C (36.9°F).

How much does it rain in Madrid in January?

In January, in Madrid, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout January, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Madrid, Spain, is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Madrid?

On the first day of January in Madrid, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 18:30 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Madrid?

The average sunshine duration in January in Madrid is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Madrid?

The months with the lowest UV index in Madrid are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Madrid?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Madrid is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in January
Madrid, Spain

Average temperature in January - Madrid, Spain
  • Average high temperature in January: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Madrid, Spain

Average rainfall in January - Madrid, Spain
  • Average rainfall in January: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Madrid, Spain

Average rainfall days in January - Madrid, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April, May, October, November and December (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madrid, Spain
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average UV index in January
Madrid, Spain

Average UV index in January - Madrid, Spain
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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