❄️ Not really. Average temperature: 12°C
No, it's cold at just 12°C. This isn't a warm weather destination during this month. Alicante in January has an average air temperature of 12°C with sea temperatures around 14°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 22mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
At 14°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 6 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack warm clothing including a winter jacket, scarf, and thermals. Umbrella recommended.
If you're looking for heat in January, you might want to consider warmer alternatives. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Alicante stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alicante | 12°C | 14°C | 22mm | 6h |
| Crete | 12°C | 16°C | 80mm | 4h |
| Ibiza | 12°C | 15°C | 35mm | 6h |
| Lisbon | 12°C | 15°C | 80mm | 5h |
| Mykonos | 12°C | 16°C | 60mm | 4h |
| Santorini | 12°C | 16°C | 60mm | 4h |
See how Alicante's temperature changes throughout the year:
Looking for somewhere warm in January? These destinations are all 25°C+:
No, Alicante in January has average temperatures of 12°C. It is not particularly warm this time of year. Sea temperatures are 14°C.
The sea at 14°C is cold — a wetsuit is recommended.
Pack warm clothing including a winter jacket, scarf, and thermals. Umbrella recommended.
There are warmer months to visit Alicante. Consider checking February or other warm destinations for this time of year.
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