If you plan to visit Alghero in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +13°C during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 56 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Alghero;
Average weather
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+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-2°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
56 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alghero has OK weather in January.
Average temperature in Alghero in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alghero for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +21°C during the day to a minimum of -1°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +14°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +14°C.
Is Alghero warm or cold in January?
Alghero is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +15°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +10°C to +9°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Alghero, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Alghero in January
Water in Alghero in January is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +15°C, with an average of +14°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +13°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alghero are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.
Can you swim in Alghero in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Alghero in January, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Alghero in January
Alghero weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+15°C
+13°C
+14°C
Min. temperature
-1°C
-2°C
-2°C
Max. temperature
+21°C
+21°C
+24°C
Rainfall
69 mm
56 mm
50 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C
+14°C
+13°C
Humidity
79%
79%
78%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
8
7
7
Cloudy days
8
10
9
Rainy days
13
13
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as ok as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +15°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +13°C.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 69 mm to 56 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in December to 7 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Alghero in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Alghero is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Alghero based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 95 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Alghero wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 93 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Alghero?
This is the weather in Alghero in January 2023:
1 January
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+21°C
2 January
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+20°C
3 January
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+18°C
4 January
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+18°C
5 January
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+17°C
6 January
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+17°C
7 January
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+16°C
8 January
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+17°C
9 January
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+17°C
10 January
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+15°C
11 January
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+17°C
12 January
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+16°C
13 January
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+16°C
14 January
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+16°C
15 January
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+17°C
16 January
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+15°C
17 January
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+17°C
18 January
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+11°C
19 January
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+10°C
20 January
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+10°C
21 January
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+8°C
22 January
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+10°C
23 January
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+12°C
24 January
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+13°C
25 January
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+11°C
26 January
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+13°C
27 January
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+10°C
28 January
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+10°C
29 January
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+12°C
30 January
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+12°C
31 January
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+14°C
In January 2023 Alghero had 14 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Alghero climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Alghero in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2017 (+22°C). The driest year was 2017 with only 311 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 759 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alghero in January:
Is January a good time to visit Alghero?
It’s always a good time to visit Alghero, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Alghero in January?
January has mild temperatures in Alghero. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Alghero in January?
Swimming in Alghero in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Alghero rainy in January?
Alghero is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Alghero in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Alghero in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alghero, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.