Spain weather in January
In January, popular resorts in Spain (Málaga, Marbella, Benidorm, Alicante, Palma) average 15°C by day and 12°C at night, and the sea is about 15°C. On average 31 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is 1°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 15°C.
It is cool, not a beach month. The sea is cold.
Warmest resorts in Spain in January
| Place | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adeje | 19°C | 17°C | 20°C | 25 mm |
| Arona | 19°C | 17°C | 20°C | 25 mm |
| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | 19°C | 17°C | 20°C | 18 mm |
| Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 18°C | 16°C | 19°C | 25 mm |
| Málaga | 15°C | 11°C | 14°C | 56 mm |
| Marbella | 15°C | 8°C | 12°C | 61 mm |
| Benidorm | 14°C | 10°C | 13°C | 43 mm |
| Palma | 14°C | 12°C | 15°C | 46 mm |
| Alicante | 13°C | 4°C | 13°C | 31 mm |
Spain weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in Spain in January?
In January, popular resorts in Spain (Málaga, Marbella, Benidorm, Alicante, Palma) average 15°C by day and 12°C at night, and the sea is about 15°C. On average 31 mm of rain falls during the month. It is cool, not a beach month.
What is the sea temperature in Spain in January?
About 15°C on average. The warmest water is in Adeje (20°C).
Where is it warmest in Spain in January?
The warmest place is Adeje (19°C by day), followed by Arona (19°C) and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (19°C).
Does it rain in Spain in January?
On average 31 mm of rain falls in the month. Rain happens, but usually in short showers.
Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.