❄️ Not really. Average temperature: 12°C
No, it's cold at just 12°C. This isn't a warm weather destination during this month. Lisbon in January has an average air temperature of 12°C with sea temperatures around 15°C. You can expect 5 hours of sunshine per day and 80mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
At 15°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 5 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 Lisbon stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | 12°C | 15°C | 80mm | 5h |
| Alicante | 12°C | 14°C | 22mm | 6h |
| Crete | 12°C | 16°C | 80mm | 4h |
| Ibiza | 12°C | 15°C | 35mm | 6h |
| Mykonos | 12°C | 16°C | 60mm | 4h |
| Santorini | 12°C | 16°C | 60mm | 4h |
See how Lisbon's temperature changes throughout the year:
Looking for somewhere warm in January? These destinations are all 25°C+:
No, Lisbon in January has average temperatures of 12°C. It is not particularly warm this time of year. Sea temperatures are 15°C.
The sea at 15°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 Lisbon. Consider checking February or other warm destinations for this time of year.
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