Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Coimbra in January
This is the coldest month in Coimbra: highs average 56°F (14°C) and lows 42°F (5°C), with about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 69/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (108 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 56°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 42°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.3 in (108 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 26 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September.
- Comfort slips from 72/100 in December to 69/100.
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Coimbra in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Parque Verde do Mondego
Riverside park and boardwalk along both banks of the Mondego.
Why now January scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mosteiro de Santa Cruz
Monastery holding the tombs of Portugal's first two kings.
Pedro dos Leitões
Roast suckling pig specialist in Mealhada, 20 km north.
Zé Manel dos Ossos
Tiny traditional tavern with walls covered in notes, serving hearty pork dishes.
University of Coimbra
Hilltop university founded in 1290, with a clock tower and courtyard views.
Nearby in January
- Porto in January~67 mi · highs 55°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Lisbon in January~109 mi · highs 58°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Seville in January~234 mi · highs 60°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Córdoba in January~252 mi · highs 58°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~425 m to Coimbra's ~42 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Coimbra in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Coimbra?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 69/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – June and September. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Coimbra in January?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 42°F (5°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Coimbra in January?
Some: about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (846 mm).
What should I pack for Coimbra in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Coimbra in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.