January weather forecastTarragona, Spain
January
Weather in January
Distinguished by low daylight hours in a chilly setting, January in Tarragona, Spain is the period of short days with an average of 9.6 hours. Along with the low daylight hours, the cold acutely registers with typical high and low temperatures running from 12.5°C (54.5°F) to 7.8°C (46°F) respectively. The chill in the air could occasionally translate into snowfall. Being the first month of the year, January marks the transition into a period of gradual warming, signifying the departure from the cold and the advocacy of more pleasant conditions. Light showers also define January in Tarragona, setting the tone for the period of rainfall that typifies the year.Temperature
In Tarragona, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 12.5°C (54.5°F) at the peak and 7.8°C (46°F) at the lowest.Humidity
In Tarragona, the average relative humidity in January is 69%.Rainfall
In January, in Tarragona, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout January, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.8 rainfall days, and 354mm (13.94") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.6 snowfall days, and 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Tarragona, Spain, in January, the average water temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).Note: Swimming in 13.4°C (56.1°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.On the first day of January in Tarragona, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 18:09 CET.
Sunshine
In Tarragona, Spain, the average sunshine in January is 7.2h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 3 during January translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average high temperature in January: 12.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.5°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 7.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average pressure in January: 1018.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average wind speed in January: 17.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average humidity in January: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, June and November (68%).
Average rainfall in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average rainfall in January: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average snowfall in January: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average sea temperature in January: 13.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.2°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13 days).
Average UV index in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average UV index in January: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Tarragona, Spain
- Average cloud cover in January: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in January
Tarragona, 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).
