January 8 sees frequent showers in Porto. Historical data shows a 40% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 13°C. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Porto experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Porto
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Porto Weather Forecast for January 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.7°C. 40% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Porto in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Porto typically experiences temperatures between 6.6°C and 12.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 40% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Porto
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
12.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
40%
Avg 4.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1021 hPa
High volatility
Porto Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% 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
9.7°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 Portugal
Flight Traffic
Moderate
41/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~99
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Porto
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:00
☀️ Noon
12:42
🌇 Sunset
17:23
⏱️ Daylight
9h 22m
Wind Speed
18.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
5.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Porto
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
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
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Porto on January 8 averages 12.7°C with a 40% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 73/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Porto Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 12
12.8°C • 32% rain
Score
80
January 13
12.8°C • 31% rain
Score
80
January 1
13.4°C • 40% rain
Score
78
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📍 Is Porto Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Porto on January 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.7°C with a 40% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 99 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 13.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 3.15m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.9°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 2°C in 2021.