What is the weather like in Alicante in January?

Expect temperatures between 8°C and 16°C with 8% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Alicante in January?

Alicante in January scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Alicante in January?

January in Alicante is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Alicante Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

16°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

8°C

Coolest around day 14

Rainy Days

0days

8% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

14.6°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Alicante coastline

Essential Travel Info for Alicante

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Spanish

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Driving

Right side

Connect

The city provides free Wi-Fi to everyone...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.603

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

51/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

166

Feb

173

Mar

181

Apr

208

May

212

Jun

187

Jul

173

Aug

173

Sep

173

Oct

173

Nov

173

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Barcelona (BCN)

Brussels (BRU)

Manchester (MAN)

Madrid Adolfo Suárez –Barajas (MAD)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Spain. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Spain.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Spain poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Spain are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Spain who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Spain.If rabies exposures occur while in Spain, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Alicante?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(66/100)

Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Alicante's January: 14.6°C cold seas despite 16°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Excellent dry conditions

Only 8% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Cold sea - swimming challenging

14.6°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

40% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

22 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 15.9°C temperatures and low 8% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 15.9°C, 8% rain chance
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Photographers
7.9h sunshine, 56% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 94/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 14.6°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Alicante in January averages 16°C with 8% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Alicante in January

What are the temperatures in Alicante in January?

Daytime highs average 16°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Alicante in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Alicante in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in Alicante?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Alicante Weather in January