January 2 is statistically one of the best days of the year in El Hierro. With minimal rain risk (5%) and pleasant highs of 17°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll enjoy El Hierro with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for El Hierro
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Language
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Driving
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
El Hierro Weather Forecast for January 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.6°C. 5% chance of rain."
What to Wear in El Hierro in January
Based on historical data for January 2, El Hierro typically experiences temperatures between 12.5°C and 16.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (5% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for El Hierro
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
5%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
37%
Overcast
Pressure
1022.8 hPa
Low volatility
El Hierro 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
🔴 133 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 200 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 333 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.3°C
Pleasant
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
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
55/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~6
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in El Hierro
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
09:04
☀️ Noon
14:17
🌇 Sunset
19:29
⏱️ Daylight
10h 25m
Wind Speed
25 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in El Hierro
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, El Hierro on January 2 averages 16.6°C with a 5% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
El Hierro Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is El Hierro Worth Visiting on January 2?
Planning a trip to El Hierro on January 2? 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 16.6°C with a 5% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 6 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 21.7°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.68m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.6°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 9.7°C in 2021.