Spain

Spain in January

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Spain effectively stays on holiday until the sixth, then drops into its cheapest, quietest weeks while the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada fill with skiers.

Is January a good time to visit Spain?

January is one of the better months across Spain, with crowds averaging 37/100 and typical highs near 15°C.

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What closes and what fills up in January

  • Epiphany, 6 January — the traditional gift-giving day
  • Winter sales begin after Reyes

Spain city by city in January

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

City Crowd High Wet days
Mallorca 22 16°C 7
Córdoba 34 15°C 7
Granada 36 13°C 6
Seville 38 16°C 7
Valencia 38 17°C 4
Málaga 40 17°C 6
Madrid 42 10°C 6
Barcelona 44 14°C 5

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How January compares across the year

Frequently asked questions

Is January a good month to visit Spain?

January is one of the better months across Spain, with crowds averaging 37/100 and typical highs near 15°C.

How busy is Spain in January?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Spain sits near 37/100 in January. The calmest of them is Mallorca.

What is the weather like in Spain in January?

Expect average highs near 15°C and lows near 6°C, with roughly 6 wet days — though Spain varies by region.

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