Portugal

Portugal in January

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

The mildest winter month on the European mainland after the Canaries, wet in the north and unexpectedly pleasant in the Algarve, with prices at their lowest.

Is January a good time to visit Portugal?

January is one of the better months across Portugal, with crowds averaging 39/100 and typical highs near 15°C.

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What closes and what fills up in January

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Portugal city by city in January

The same month can feel very different depending where you are.

City Crowd High Wet days
Porto 38 14°C 14
Lisbon 40 15°C 10

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How January compares across the year

Frequently asked questions

Is January a good month to visit Portugal?

January is one of the better months across Portugal, with crowds averaging 39/100 and typical highs near 15°C.

How busy is Portugal in January?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Portugal sits near 39/100 in January. The calmest of them is Porto.

What is the weather like in Portugal in January?

Expect average highs near 15°C and lows near 7°C, with roughly 12 wet days — though Portugal varies by region.

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