Planning a trip to Gibraltar in January? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 87 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Gibraltar;
Average weather
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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
87 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gibraltar has good weather in January.
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Average temperature in Gibraltar in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gibraltar for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +61°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +59°F.
Is Gibraltar warm or cold in January?
Gibraltar is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +61°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +54°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Gibraltar, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Gibraltar in January
Water in Gibraltar in January is Fresh. It varies from +59°F to +64°F, with an average of +62°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +59°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Gibraltar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +60°F.
Can you swim in Gibraltar in January?
Water temperature (+62°F) in Gibraltar in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Gibraltar in January
Gibraltar weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+61°F
+59°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+41°F
+37°F
+41°F
Max. temperature
+73°F
+72°F
+72°F
Rainfall
98 mm
87 mm
73 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+63°F
+62°F
+60°F
Humidity
77%
74%
74%
Air pressure
1020 HPa
1021 HPa
1020 HPa
Sunny days
6
8
7
Cloudy days
11
10
10
Rainy days
13
12
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
January often has better weather than December.It’s getting colder in January. From +61°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +59°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 98 mm to 87 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 6 to 8.
Next month (February) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Gibraltar in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 14 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.
The average wind speed in Gibraltar is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Gibraltar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 68 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
January is one of the rainiest months in Gibraltar, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Gibraltar wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Gibraltar?
This is the weather in Gibraltar in January 2023:
1 January
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+64°F
2 January
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+64°F
3 January
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+64°F
4 January
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+63°F
5 January
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+63°F
6 January
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+63°F
7 January
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+66°F
8 January
🌧️
+64°F
9 January
🌧️
+66°F
10 January
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+68°F
11 January
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+66°F
12 January
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+64°F
13 January
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+66°F
14 January
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+62°F
15 January
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+64°F
16 January
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+60°F
17 January
🌧️
+63°F
18 January
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+58°F
19 January
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+59°F
20 January
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+60°F
21 January
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+62°F
22 January
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+61°F
23 January
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+59°F
24 January
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+52°F
25 January
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+54°F
26 January
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+55°F
27 January
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+60°F
28 January
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+57°F
29 January
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+55°F
30 January
🌧️
+57°F
31 January
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+58°F
In January 2023 Gibraltar had 19 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 23%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Gibraltar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Gibraltar in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2005 (+67°F) and the highest in 2020 (+71°F). The driest year was 2019 with only 310 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1338 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gibraltar in January:
Is January a good time to visit Gibraltar?
January is a really good time to go to Gibraltar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Gibraltar.
Can you sunbathe in Gibraltar in January?
January has mild temperatures in Gibraltar. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Gibraltar in January?
In general, you can swim in Gibraltar in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Gibraltar rainy in January?
Gibraltar is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Gibraltar in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gibraltar in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gibraltar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
