Beach weather in Gibraltar in January

So you're interested in going to Gibraltar in January

January is a cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Gibraltar and not really recommended. January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Gibraltar for any length of time. Consider visiting Gibraltar in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Temperature in Gibraltar in January

The average maximum temperature in Gibraltar in January is 16°. The average maximum temperature is 17° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.

The average temperature in Gibraltar in January is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 14° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Gibraltar in January is 11°. The minimum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.

Sunshine in Gibraltar in January

The average day light hours per day in Gibraltar in January are 10 and there are 5 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.

The ultraviolet index in Gibraltar in January is typically 2.8 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Gibraltar in January

The average sea water temperature in Gibraltar in January is 17.5° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Rainfall in Gibraltar in January

The average total rainfall in Gibraltar in January is 7.3cm and on average there are 10.6 rainy days in January making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Gibraltar in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Gibraltar in January is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 12° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Gibraltar in January is typically 89.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 89% in the previous month and 86.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Gibraltar in January is typically 75.4%. The average relative humidity is 75.2% in the previous month and 72.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Gibraltar in January

The average maximum wind speed in Gibraltar in January is typically 32kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 34kmh in the previous month and 34kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Gibraltar in January is typically 20kmh. The average wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 21kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Gibraltar in January is from the West-Southwest.