01Weather
Lisbon weather in January
Afternoons in January average 15.6 °C (60 °F) and nights cool to 9.4 °C (49 °F). The month brings about 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain spread over roughly 9 days. Compared with December it is 0.3 °C cooler; February is 1.1 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical January | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 18 °C / 65 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 12 °C / 54 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 6 °C / 42 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 29 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest January day 2016–2025 | 23.0 °C / 2.5 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | 07:54 | 17:25 | 9.5 h |
| 15 January | 07:53 | 17:38 | 9.8 h |
| 31 January | 07:43 | 17:56 | 10.2 h |
Daylight grows by about 42 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Lisbon).
03Crowds
How busy Lisbon is in January
quiet The main sights are quiet in January. What drives it:
- mild winter
- winter sales
- quietest month
04Public holidays
Public holidays in January 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 | New Year's Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Lisbon in January
No major recurring events fall in January.
07Packing
What to pack for Lisbon in January
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
January is mild and often sunny between Atlantic rain fronts, with afternoons around 15 °C and the city at its quietest. The sales run all month. Tram 28, Belém and the Alfama viewpoints are uncrowded, and hotel rates are at their lowest. Pack a rain jacket and expect a few wet days, about nine, usually in spells of two or three days. New Year's Day is a holiday; Epiphany on 6 January is not, but the bolo-rei cakes fill the bakeries.
The Jerónimos monastery and the Tile Museum are empty on weekday mornings. Sintra is cool, misty and atmospheric, with the Pena Palace in cloud some days. Daylight runs from about half past seven to half past five. For the cool, bright, good-value month with Carnival and almond blossom, see February.
09Compare
Lisbon month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16 °C | 9 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 17 °C | 10 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 18 °C | 11 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| April | 21 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 24 °C | 15 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 28 °C | 19 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 19 °C | 1 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 27 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 24 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 13 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 16 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about January? See the best time to visit Lisbon.
10Elsewhere
January in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona in January | 15 °C | 4 |
| Paris in January | 7 °C | 13 |
| London in January | 7 °C | 11 |
| Dublin in January | 8 °C | 12 |
| Rome in January | 13 °C | 10 |
| Amsterdam in January | 7 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Lisbon in January: your questions
Is January a good time to visit Lisbon?
January is a good month to visit Lisbon. Daytime highs average 16 °C (60 °F), rain falls on about 9 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Lisbon in January?
Expect cool days around 16 °C (60 °F) and nights near 9 °C (49 °F). One January in ten brings afternoons above 18 °C, and one in ten stays below 12 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in January?
January brings about 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain over roughly 9 days, which is showery by Lisbon standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 29 percent.
What should I wear in Lisbon in January?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Lisbon crowded in January?
The main sights are quiet in January. Main drivers: mild winter; winter sales; quietest month.
What time does it get dark in Lisbon in January?
Around the middle of January the sun sets at about 17:38 and rises at 07:53, giving 9.8 hours of daylight.