Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Lisbon in January
This is the coldest month in Lisbon: highs average 58°F (14°C) and lows 52°F (11°C), with about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 76/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (65 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 58°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 52°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.6 in (65 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Comfort holds steady from December (78 → 76/100).
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 52°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 Lisbon in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
The city's highest viewpoint, looking over the castle and river.
Why now January scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castelo de São Jorge
Moorish castle walls above Alfama with the widest views of the city.
Tram 28
Vintage yellow tram climbing through Graça, Alfama and Baixa.
Belém Tower
16th-century fortified tower on the Tagus, built to guard the harbor.
A Ginjinha
Tiny bar pouring cherry liqueur since 1840.
Nearby in January
- Coimbra in January~109 mi · highs 56°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Porto in January~170 mi · highs 55°F, 5.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seville in January~195 mi · highs 60°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Córdoba in January~243 mi · highs 58°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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.
Lisbon in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Lisbon?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 76/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lisbon in January?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in January?
Some: about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (541 mm).
What should I pack for Lisbon in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 52°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 Lisbon 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.