What is the weather like in Porto in January?

Expect temperatures between 7°C and 13°C with 36% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Porto in January?

Porto in January scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Porto in January?

January in Porto is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Porto Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

7°C

Coolest around day 6

Rainy Days

31days

36% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Atlantic Ocean(Atlântico)

13.9°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

Atlantic Ocean

Atlântico

Porto coastline

Essential Travel Info for Porto

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Connect

Porto has 4G from all Portuguese carrier...

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.301

Travel Intelligence

Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Porto

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

54/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

151

Feb

155

Mar

172

Apr

190

May

239

Jun

209

Jul

244

Aug

243

Sep

210

Oct

Nov

165

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 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 Portugal. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Portugal.

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.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Portugal.If rabies exposures occur while in Portugal, 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.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Porto?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(61/100)

Short Answer

Porto in January features 13.9°C seas - too cold for swimming but stunning for coastal walks. Air temperatures average 13°C with 36% rain probability.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Rough sea conditions

2.62m average wave height - Surfers Only

Cold sea - swimming challenging

13.9°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

41% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🎯
Adventure seekers
2.62m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 13.9°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
👴
Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Porto in January averages 13°C with 36% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Porto in January

What are the temperatures in Porto in January?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 7°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Porto in January?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Porto in January?

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

Is January peak season in Porto?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Porto Weather in January

Sea Temperature in January

Porto January Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Porto

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is January a Good Time to Visit Porto?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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