Monthly climate guide
Lisbon weather in January
January in Lisbon is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 15°C (59°F) and night-time lows near 11°C (53°F). The month usually brings about 55 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Days and nights are close, only about 3°C apart.
- Lisbon is usually about 3°C warmer than Coimbra, 180 km away, in January.
- January is among Lisbon's three coolest months.
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 64%.
January is typically Lisbon's coolest month.
Avg high
15°C
59°F
Avg low
11°C
53°F
Rainfall
55 mm
some rain
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Lisbon weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 53°F | 55 mm | 81% | 64% |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 51°F | 37 mm | 79% | 58% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 12°C / 53°F | 63 mm | 79% | 59% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 13°C / 56°F | 61 mm | 80% | 60% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 15°C / 59°F | 36 mm | 79% | 53% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 62°F | 7 mm | 79% | 50% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 3 mm | 81% | 49% |
| August | 23°C / 74°F | 18°C / 65°F | 4 mm | 81% | 42% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 18°C / 64°F | 21 mm | 80% | 48% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 62°F | 63 mm | 80% | 59% |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 98 mm | 81% | 63% |
| December | 16°C / 60°F | 12°C / 54°F | 49 mm | 82% | 61% |
What to pack for January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Lisbon?
Our Lisbon guide recommends: March to May or September to October, avoiding the hottest and most crowded summer months.
Ride Tram 28 through the old town for classic views — but expect it to be crowded; an early morning ride avoids the worst of it.
Best time to visit Lisbon →Other Portugal cities in January
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Lisbon in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Lisbon?
January is a reasonable time for Lisbon: highs around 15°C and about 55 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Lisbon in January?
Average highs are about 15°C (59°F) and average lows about 11°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in January?
Lisbon typically gets around 55 mm of rain in January — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
March to May or September to October, avoiding the hottest and most crowded summer months.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lisbon (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.