Cuenca · WinterMonth summary
Cuenca weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
50°F – 66°F
🌧 Rainy days
83% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cuenca in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Cuenca in January is possible but August offers a score of 7.0/10 vs 5.2.
By trip type
Cuenca in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in January
In January, Cuenca sees 19°F during the day with 10.5h of sunshine per day. With 83% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 50°F | 66°F | 83% | 0.2in | 10.5h | 5.2/10 | 3.2/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 50°F | 66°F | 89% | 0.3in | 10.2h | 4.8/10 | 3.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 50°F | 66°F | 89% | 0.2in | 9.9h | 4.7/10 | 2.9/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 50°F | 66°F | 92% | 0.3in | 10.2h | 4.6/10 | 2.9/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 50°F | 66°F | 93% | 0.3in | 10.6h | 4.7/10 | 3.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 50°F | 64°F | 85% | 0.2in | 10.2h | 4.6/10 | 3.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 48°F | 64°F | 73% | 0.2in | 10.3h | 5.3/10 | 3.5/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 46°F | 66°F | 66% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.0/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 48°F | 66°F | 68% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.0/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 48°F | 68°F | 78% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 6.4/10 | 3.3/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 50°F | 68°F | 69% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.0/10 | 3.6/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 50°F | 68°F | 82% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 6.0/10 | 3.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Cuenca averages 66°F, 83% rainy days and 10.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.2/10.
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Comparison
January vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -17%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cuenca in January
Is January a good time to visit Cuenca?
Transition period with a summer score of 5.2/10 and ski score of 3.2/10. Neither the best ski nor summer season.
Does it rain a lot in Cuenca in January?
Yes, 83% of days see rain in January. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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