January 5 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Alicante. With minimal rain risk (8%) and pleasant highs of 16°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Alicante experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Alicante
Currency
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Alicante Weather Forecast for January 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16°C. 8% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Alicante in January
Based on historical data for January 5, Alicante typically experiences temperatures between 8.3°C and 16°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (8% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Alicante
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
8%
Avg 0.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
38%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.5 hPa
High volatility
Alicante Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
40/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~84
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Alicante
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:20
☀️ Noon
13:08
🌇 Sunset
17:56
⏱️ Daylight
9h 35m
Wind Speed
14.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Alicante
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Alicante on January 5 averages 16°C with a 8% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Alicante Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 1
16.3°C • 4% rain
Score
96
January 2
16.4°C • 5% rain
Score
96
January 3
16.3°C • 7% rain
Score
96
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Alicante Worth Visiting on January 5?
Planning a trip to Alicante on January 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16°C with a 8% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 84 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.65m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.4°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 3.2°C in 2021.