Are you considering a trip to Valencia in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and about 16 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 8 rainy days and 38 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 Valencia;
Average weather
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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+27°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
38 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Valencia has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Valencia in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Valencia for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in January is +61°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +72°F during the day and a minimum of +34°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +59°F.
Is Valencia warm or cold in January?
Valencia 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 +46°F to +45°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Valencia, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Valencia in January
Water in Valencia in January is Cold. It varies from +55°F to +59°F, with an average of +57°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +59°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Valencia are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +57°F.
Can you swim in Valencia in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Valencia in January, the water is very cold (+57°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Valencia in January
Valencia 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
+30°F
+27°F
+28°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+79°F
+79°F
Rainfall
35 mm
38 mm
30 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+61°F
+57°F
+57°F
Humidity
68%
67%
65%
Air pressure
1019 HPa
1020 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
16
16
14
Cloudy days
6
6
7
Rainy days
8
8
8
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +61°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +59°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 35 mm to 38 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 68% to 67%.Winds are stronger in comparison to December, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 16 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Valencia in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Valencia is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Valencia based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 7 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.Valencia is amazing in January with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Valencia wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 57 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 10 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Valencia?
This is the weather in Valencia in January 2023:
1 January
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+62°F
2 January
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+63°F
3 January
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+64°F
4 January
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+63°F
5 January
☀️
+63°F
6 January
☀️
+62°F
7 January
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+65°F
8 January
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+71°F
9 January
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+72°F
10 January
☀️
+68°F
11 January
☀️
+70°F
12 January
☀️
+65°F
13 January
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+66°F
14 January
☀️
+69°F
15 January
☀️
+66°F
16 January
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+62°F
17 January
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+65°F
18 January
☀️
+57°F
19 January
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+57°F
20 January
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+63°F
21 January
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+56°F
22 January
☀️
+57°F
23 January
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+53°F
24 January
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+51°F
25 January
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+57°F
26 January
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+56°F
27 January
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+57°F
28 January
☀️
+54°F
29 January
🌧️
+49°F
30 January
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+57°F
31 January
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+59°F
In January 2023 Valencia had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 58%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 4 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 Valencia climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Valencia in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+69°F) and the highest in 2014 (+75°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 210 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1000 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Valencia in January:
Is January a good time to visit Valencia?
January is a really good time to go to Valencia. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Valencia.
Can you sunbathe in Valencia in January?
January has mild temperatures in Valencia. 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 Valencia in January?
Swimming in Valencia in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Valencia rainy in January?
Valencia is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Valencia in January?
The amount of sunny days in Valencia during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Valencia, 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.