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Spain weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

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January in Spain: changeable weather. Roughly 9h 26m of daylight, with light from about 07:32 to 16:58. January isn't peak season in Spain. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Spain in January

Average temp-
Rain this month-
Daylight9.4 h
Sun07:32-16:58
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

January in Spain, what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

What's on in January

Holidays & events in Spain

  • 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
  • 6 JanuaryEpiphany

On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.

Questions & answers

January in Spain, FAQ

Does it snow in Spain in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Spain in January?
About 9h 26m of daylight. The sun rises around 07:32 and sets around 16:58. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit Spain?
January isn't peak season in Spain. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Plan the trip

Spain — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to Spain, every airline at once.

Rates in Spain shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset