Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Girona in January
This is the coldest month in Girona: highs average 55°F (13°C) and lows 43°F (6°C), with about 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 69/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (52 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What January feels like
Cool days top out near 55°F (13°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 43°F (6°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (52 mm) for the month.
Only about 9 h 16 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Comfort slips from 72/100 in December to 69/100.
- Our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends May – Jun, Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Girona in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Passeig de la Muralla
Walk along the medieval city walls with towers and views over rooftops.
Why now January scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lake Banyoles
Natural lake with a shady walking loop and rowing boats.
Why now Highs near 55°F and 2.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Besalú
Medieval town with a fortified bridge, 30 minutes north.
Arab Baths
12th-century Romanesque bathhouse with a columned skylight.
El Celler de Can Roca
Three-Michelin-star restaurant of the Roca brothers.
Nearby in January
- Calella de Palafrugell in January~20 mi · highs 55°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cadaqués in January~32 mi · highs 54°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Barcelona in January~53 mi · highs 56°F, 1.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Avignon in January~169 mi · highs 50°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Girona in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Girona?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 69/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain. Our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends May – Jun, Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Girona in January?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Girona in January?
Not much: about 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.7 in (652 mm).
What should I pack for Girona in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Girona in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.