The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Formentera sees 59°F during the day with 5.7h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Formentera. Compared to December: −2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Formentera is July (9.4/10), 4.9 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 59°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 20%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Formentera ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.4 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
38.70°N · 1.44°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Formentera?
July is the best month with 79°F highs, 75°F lows, 9.8h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Formentera get in July?
Formentera averages 9.8 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Formentera?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Formentera in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Formentera good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Formentera scores 6.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.1/10.
When should you avoid Formentera?
January is the most difficult month to visit Formentera, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Formentera in January?
In January, the sea averages 61°F in Formentera: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Formentera in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Formentera (low), with about 9.6h of daylight. No protection needed.