January 12 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Malaga. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 16°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Take advantage of the off-peak calm in Malaga to see the sights without the usual crowds.
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Essential Travel Info for Malaga
Currency
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Malaga Weather Forecast for January 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.8°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Malaga in January
Based on historical data for January 12, Malaga typically experiences temperatures between 9.5°C and 15.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Malaga
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1023.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Malaga 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
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.2°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
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Quiet
30/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~124
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Malaga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:31
☀️ Noon
13:26
🌇 Sunset
18:22
⏱️ Daylight
9h 51m
Wind Speed
14.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Malaga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
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.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Malaga on January 12 averages 15.8°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Malaga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Malaga Worth Visiting on January 12?
Planning a trip to Malaga on January 12? 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 15.8°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 124 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 15.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.67m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.9°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 3.3°C in 2021.