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Almeria in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Almeria in January and see if it is worth visiting.
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January

Weather in Almeria in January 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Are you considering a trip to Almeria in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +16°C and about 14 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 8 rainy days and 26 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Almeria;

Average weather

☀️
+16°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+26°C
Max.
26 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Almeria has good weather in January.

Average temperature in Almeria in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Almeria for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in January is +17°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +22°C during the day and a minimum of +7°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 47% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +22°C to +15°C.

Is Almeria warm or cold in January?

Almeria is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +17°C to +16°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +12°C to +10°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Almeria, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Almeria in January

Water in Almeria in January is Cold. It varies from +15°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +16°C.

The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Almeria are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Almeria in January?

We would not recommend swimming in Almeria in January, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 Almeria in January

Almeria weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+17°C+16°C+17°C
Min. temperature
+5°C+3°C+1°C
Max. temperature
+26°C+26°C+24°C
Rainfall
29 mm26 mm23 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C+16°C+15°C
Humidity
70%69%68%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1020 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
141412
Cloudy days
988
Rainy days
888
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as good as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +17°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +16°C. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 29 mm to 26 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 14 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Almeria in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Almeria is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Almeria based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 7 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. Almeria is amazing in January with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
January is one of the rainiest months in Almeria, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Almeria wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 31 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Almeria?

This is the weather in Almeria in January 2023:
1 January
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+22°C
2 January
☀️
+18°C
3 January
☀️
+19°C
4 January
☁️
+20°C
5 January
☁️
+19°C
6 January
☀️
+18°C
7 January
☀️
+18°C
8 January
☀️
+20°C
9 January
☀️
+21°C
10 January
☀️
+22°C
11 January
☀️
+18°C
12 January
☀️
+20°C
13 January
☀️
+18°C
14 January
☀️
+17°C
15 January
☀️
+18°C
16 January
☀️
+19°C
17 January
☀️
+18°C
18 January
☀️
+15°C
19 January
☀️
+15°C
20 January
☀️
+20°C
21 January
🌧️
+19°C
22 January
☀️
+15°C
23 January
☀️
+14°C
24 January
☀️
+13°C
25 January
☀️
+15°C
26 January
☀️
+14°C
27 January
☀️
+15°C
28 January
☀️
+15°C
29 January
☀️
+14°C
30 January
☀️
+15°C
31 January
☀️
+15°C
In January 2023 Almeria had 28 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +22°C and a minimum of +13°C. The average humidity was 61%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Almeria climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Almeria in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+22°C) and the highest in 2014 (+24°C). The driest year was 1998 with only 90 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 629 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Almeria in January:

Is January a good time to visit Almeria?

January is a really good time to go to Almeria. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Almeria.

Can you sunbathe in Almeria in January?

January has mild temperatures in Almeria. 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 Almeria in January?

Swimming in Almeria in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Almeria rainy in January?

Almeria is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Almeria in January?

The amount of sunny days in Almeria during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Spain

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Monthly weather in Almeria

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Almeria, 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.