Monthly climate guide
Alicante weather in January
January in Alicante is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 15°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 5°C (42°F). The month usually brings about 35 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Just 80 km apart, but Alicante runs about 3°C warmer than Almansa this month.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Alicante.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Playa del Postiguet and Castillo de Santa Bárbara.
January is typically Alicante's coolest month.
Avg high
15°C
58°F
Avg low
5°C
42°F
Rainfall
35 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Alicante weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 58°F | 5°C / 42°F | 35 mm | 73% | 48% |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 5°C / 41°F | 14 mm | 69% | 47% |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 44 mm | 67% | 51% |
| April | 20°C / 69°F | 10°C / 50°F | 39 mm | 65% | 56% |
| May | 25°C / 76°F | 13°C / 56°F | 14 mm | 59% | 46% |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 17°C / 63°F | 11 mm | 54% | 30% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 69°F | 4 mm | 55% | 23% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 21°C / 70°F | 17 mm | 59% | 29% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 18°C / 65°F | 42 mm | 65% | 42% |
| October | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 58°F | 34 mm | 69% | 44% |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 9°C / 49°F | 48 mm | 73% | 50% |
| December | 16°C / 60°F | 7°C / 44°F | 34 mm | 75% | 46% |
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 Alicante?
Our Alicante guide recommends: April–June and September–October for warm, sunny days without July and August heat.
Take the lift inside the hill up to the castle, then walk down through the old Santa Cruz quarter.
Best time to visit Alicante →Other Spain cities in January
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Alicante in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Alicante?
January is a reasonable time for Alicante: highs around 15°C and about 35 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Alicante in January?
Average highs are about 15°C (58°F) and average lows about 5°C (42°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Alicante in January?
Alicante typically gets around 35 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Alicante?
April–June and September–October for warm, sunny days without July and August heat.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Alicante (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.