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Ponta Delgada in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Ponta Delgada in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Ponta Delgada, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Ponta Delgada in January 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
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Fresh water
If you plan to visit Ponta Delgada in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +63°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 86 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+66°F
Max.
86 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ponta Delgada has OK weather in January.

Average temperature in Ponta Delgada in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ponta Delgada for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +64°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +59°F.

Is Ponta Delgada warm or cold in January?

Ponta Delgada is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +64°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +61°F to +59°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is one of the coolest months in Ponta Delgada, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Ponta Delgada in January

Water in Ponta Delgada in January is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +64°F, with an average of +62°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +63°F.

In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Ponta Delgada are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +60°F.

Can you swim in Ponta Delgada in January?

Water temperature (+62°F) in Ponta Delgada 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
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
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 Ponta Delgada in January

Ponta Delgada weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+64°F+63°F+61°F
Min. temperature
+50°F+46°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+70°F+66°F+66°F
Rainfall
136 mm86 mm74 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+63°F+62°F+61°F
Humidity
80%80%79%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1022 HPa1021 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
101212
Rainy days
191815
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as ok as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 136 mm to 86 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 5 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Ponta Delgada in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Ponta Delgada is gradually increasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Ponta Delgada based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 19% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 17 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Ponta Delgada wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 136 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Ponta Delgada?

This is the weather in Ponta Delgada in January 2023:
1 January
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+58°F
2 January
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+61°F
3 January
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+61°F
4 January
☁️
+62°F
5 January
☀️
+62°F
6 January
☁️
+62°F
7 January
☁️
+63°F
8 January
☀️
+62°F
9 January
☁️
+63°F
10 January
☀️
+63°F
11 January
☀️
+62°F
12 January
☁️
+62°F
13 January
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+64°F
14 January
☁️
+62°F
15 January
☁️
+56°F
16 January
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+57°F
17 January
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+60°F
18 January
☀️
+59°F
19 January
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+59°F
20 January
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+58°F
21 January
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+61°F
22 January
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+61°F
23 January
☁️
+60°F
24 January
☁️
+61°F
25 January
☁️
+60°F
26 January
☁️
+61°F
27 January
☁️
+59°F
28 January
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+59°F
29 January
☁️
+59°F
30 January
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+59°F
31 January
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+59°F
In January 2023 Ponta Delgada had 9 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Ponta Delgada climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Ponta Delgada in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+65°F) and the highest in 1998 (+68°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 426 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1852 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ponta Delgada in January:

Is January a good time to visit Ponta Delgada?

It’s always a good time to visit Ponta Delgada, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Ponta Delgada in January?

January has mild temperatures in Ponta Delgada. 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 Ponta Delgada in January?

In general, you can swim in Ponta Delgada 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 Ponta Delgada rainy in January?

Ponta Delgada 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 Ponta Delgada in January?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Ponta Delgada in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Ponta Delgada

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ponta Delgada, 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.