Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Granada in January
This is the coldest month in Granada: highs average 54°F (12°C) and lows 39°F (4°C), with about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 75/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (40 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What January feels like
It's cool, with highs near 54°F (12°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 39°F (4°C).
About 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's January.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September & October.
- Comfort holds steady from December (77 → 75/100).
- Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Granada in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Sierra Nevada
Mainland Spain's highest range; ski in winter, hike in summer, 45 minutes away.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter or summer.
Alhambra and Generalife
Nasrid palaces, fortress and gardens on a hill above the city.
Why now January scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Albaicín
Old Moorish quarter of steep lanes and carmen houses with walled gardens.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Café Fútbol
Café on Plaza Mariana Pineda, open since 1903, serving churros with thick chocolate.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Mirador de San Nicolás
Plaza in the Albaicín with a direct view of the Alhambra and mountains.
Nearby in January
- Córdoba in January~81 mi · highs 58°F, 1.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Ronda in January~91 mi · highs 52°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seville in January~132 mi · highs 60°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Fes in January~232 mi · highs 61°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
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.
Granada in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Granada?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 75/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain. Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Granada in January?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Granada in January?
Not much: about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.7 in (400 mm).
What should I pack for Granada in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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