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Portugal in January
Shortest days and frequent rain, but crowds vanish and hotel rates hit yearly lows.
What to expect in Portugal in January
January brings mild weather to Portugal, with daytime highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows near 8°C (46°F). Skies are typically moderately wet, with about 110 mm of rainfall on average. Shortest days and frequent rain, but crowds vanish and hotel rates hit yearly lows..
January is a quiet stretch — most attractions are easy to access and you'll often have spaces to yourself. It's one of the best-value windows of the year for both flights and hotels. Peak season runs July–August, for context.
What’s happening in January
- 🎉Festa de Santo Amaro · JanNeighborhood celebration in Alcântara honoring Saint Amaro with a small procession, traditional music, and food stalls serving caldo verde and grilled sardines around the Ermida de Santo Amaro chapel.
Live fares for Portugal in January
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