Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Laguardia in January
This is the coldest month in Laguardia: highs average 48°F (9°C) and lows 32°F (0°C), with about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 55/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 48°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 32°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (65 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 55/100 · Fair
What January feels like
Cool days top out near 48°F (9°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 32°F (0°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (65 mm).
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 13 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Comfort slips from 59/100 in December to 55/100.
- Our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends May – Oct, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Laguardia in January
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Dolmen de El Sotillo
Neolithic burial dolmen among vineyards just outside town.
Restaurante Amelibia
Contemporary Basque-Riojan cooking with views over the vineyards.
Restaurante Héctor Oribe
Local favorite for seasonal Riojan cooking in nearby Páganos.
Bodegas El Fabulista
Wine cave dug under the old town, with tours and tastings.
Iglesia de Santa María de los Reyes
Church with a painted Gothic portico; tours by appointment through the tourist office.
Nearby in January
- Bilbao in January~52 mi · highs 54°F, 5.0 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- San Sebastián in January~61 mi · highs 53°F, 5.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Barcelona in January~257 mi · highs 56°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, drier
- Girona in January~279 mi · highs 55°F, 2.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer 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.
Laguardia in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Laguardia?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 55/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 48°F (9°C) and 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain. Our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends May – Oct, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Laguardia in January?
Average highs are 48°F (9°C) and average lows 32°F (0°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Laguardia in January?
Some: about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.2 in (639 mm).
What should I pack for Laguardia in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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