January · Spain
Best time to visit Alhambra in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Alhambra in January
Average temperature 8°C, 72 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 72 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Alhambra scores 7.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 72 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Alhambra crowns a hill above Granada, a fortified palace complex of Nasrid halls, courtyards, and the terraced Generalife gardens.
January in Alhambra: strong conditions, 9th of 12
Expect 8°C (46°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 72 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Alhambra — 2.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Alhambra in January?
- In January, Alhambra averages 8°C, 72 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Alhambra?
- January earns a 7.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Alhambra in January?
- Expect about 72 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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