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Normal weather for the Canary Islands in January

It's pleasantly warm in January in the Canary Islands with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.

In January, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.

Canary Islands in January

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Temperature Average Temperature
22°C 5°C
Sun High Temp
23°C 11°C
Sun Low Temp
21°C 1°C
Rain Total Precipitation
43 mm 97 mm
Rain Rainy Days
8 days 12 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Canary Islands with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 16°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. A T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are great for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants are recommended.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. A T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are great for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants are recommended.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Canary Islands is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. A T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are great for the day. In the evening and morning, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

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Water temperature

The water temperature at the Canary Islands is 22°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Is January a good time to visit the Canary Islands?

Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in the Canary Islands. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.

Temperature records for the Canary Islands in January

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Daily Temperature in January in the Canary Islands

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for the Canary Islands, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in January in the Canary Islands

Daily Precipitation in January in the Canary Islands

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for the Canary Islands, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in the Canary Islands.

Daily Precipitation in January in the Canary Islands

Daily UV Index in January in the Canary Islands

This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in the Canary Islands, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in January in the Canary Islands

Temperature in January in the Canary Islands Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in January in the Canary Islands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in January in the Canary Islands Over the Years

Total Precipitation in January in the Canary Islands Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in January in the Canary Islands, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in January in the Canary Islands Over the Years

Daily Climate in January for the Canary Islands

Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Canary Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in the Canary Islands by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Canary Islands. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.


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