In Portugal, there is no real winter, which is familiar to many people from Russia. In some cities, weather conditions can be compared to spring or autumn. However, what kind of weather can you expect?
January weather in Portugal
- Are you planning to visit Lisbon? In this case, the days can please with temperatures + 14-15C, evenings + 7-8C. You should prepare yourself for 11 to 14 rainy days in January. In the intervals between the rains, the sun has time to please with its warmth.
- The central regions are characterized by unstable weather, the nature of which can change several times a day. The maximum air temperature reaches + 13C, the minimum + 5C. It is important to note that there are frosts in Sera da Estrella in January, which makes it possible to open the ski season.
- The northern regions of Portugal are the rainiest, but temperatures are comparable to other Portuguese regions.
- The best weather conditions are found in the Azores and Madeira. During the day, the air can warm up to + 19C.
Holidays and festivals in Portugal in January
Are you familiar with the culture of Portugal? In this case, you should know that cultural leisure here is at the ideal level, because the number of holidays and festivals is truly surprising.
On January 1, Portugal celebrates the feast of the Virgin Mary.
January 6 - Epiphany, also known as the Feast of the Three Kings. On this day, it is customary to hold costume processions, which are led by wise men-wise men riding on horses.
In January, Madeira hosts a five-day festival known as the Madeira Islands Walking Festival. During this event, tourists can enjoy walking tours along twenty routes, allowing them to see the best places of the island, learn the peculiarities of local history.
In the Algarve, on January 30, a sausage festival called Festa das Chouricas is held. Everyone can taste the most delicious sausages.
Prices for a tourist trip in Portugal in January
In January in Portugal, you can spend a busy vacation and save money at the same time. The excitement associated with the New Year and Christmas is passing away, so it is easier to book rooms in hotels. In addition, prices for accommodation and excursions are decreasing. The cost of a tourist trip is 50-80% less compared to the pre-holiday.
