What's the Weather like in Cadiz in January
Temperature
January ranks historically as Cadiz's single coldest month out of the year. However, with a moderate seasonality compared with much of the world, the weather remains cool and largely sunny, with 75% of the days providing sunshine. The average temperature during the month is 13°C, with highs and lows reaching 16°C/9°C.
Rainfall
While the historic port city receives a relatively healthy amount of sunshine during the month the resort sees a robust 300+ days of sunshine every year it nonetheless ranks as one of the wettest on average. Expect, typically, 7 rainy days throughout the month, with 69mm of rainfall. The same seasonal coastal winds that drive in a higher-than-average volume of rainclouds also bring windy days. Moderate winds blow throughout at least 20% of the month.
Due to Cadiz's small size (13.3 km²), temperatures and conditions hold constant across the area. And although winter in the Andalusia region of Spain is typically mild, if your main interest in a visit to the Costa de la Luz is the opportunity to sunbathe and swim at the famous local beaches, you should plan your holiday in July or August, when temperatures are at their highest.
Average Sea Temperature
The average sea temperature during January is 17°C, below ideal temperatures for comfortable sea bathing, but ocean temperatures rise to annual highs of 23°C during the middle summer months.
The following month of February hosts the most popular tourist event, when Spain's popular Carnival festival draws massive crowds to the small seaside town. Average daily temperatures rise during this subsequent month, while the average rainfall drops.
If you prefer to avoid crowds, a January visit may offer a quiet and much-needed escape from a dreary winter season at home. As Spain's longest inhabited city (it was founded by Phoenician sailors approx. 3,000 years ago) there will be plenty of history to explore in the historic old town during a winter season getaway.
Cadiz Hotels in January
Parador de Cadiz
Parador de Cadiz offers itself as not only a luxury hotel & spa, but also as an architectural work of art. The hotel's location is one of the accommodation's major perks. The tall, modern building borders the ocean on one side, and the lush gardens of Parque Genoves on the other, offering a diverse world of outdoor beauty. When you leave to explore the city, as you exit the hotel you instantly find yourself in historic Old Town, which may be ideal for a January visit. The Museo de Cadiz is a brief scenic walk away for any vacationers interested in exhibits that elucidate the port city's long history. The hotel's onsite facilities including: swimming pool, beauty-wellness spa centre, elegant dining on the promenade (open breakfast, lunch, and dinner), and a well-equipped fitness centre.
Apartmentos Plaza de la Luz
Another popular accommodation, located in the heart of Old Town, is the Apartmentos Plaza de la Luz. While this option doesn't offer the same luxury services as the Parador, it provides many amenities that will help a budget-conscious traveller keep a handle on expenses. Apartments come with furnished kitchenettes, so guests can shop at local markets and cook a few meals for themselves. You can enjoy the novelty of cooking with fresh local ingredients and protect your budget from the high cost of always eating out. All rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi.
El Cobijo de Vejer
If your interest is in a more eclectic, homey stay located in the surrounding regions outside the small city centre, check out El Cobijo de Vejer, a Bed & Breakfast run out of a beautifully renovated old town house. Hosts Merce and Jesus cook up a large, delicious breakfast for guests in the morning, utilizing local ingredients and recipes. It's a cozy option for those who like to rub elbows with the likes of both locals and fellow travellers.
Bars and Restaurants
Cafè Royalty
For a charming, upscale dining experience in the heart of the Old Town visit Cafè Royalty. Restaurant guests have raved that dining at the Cafè Royalty is like stepping back in time. While prices remain modern, the food and experience together help to excuse the premium cost you pay. They offer quality, traditional cuisine for all appetites. Good to note: the restaurant is ranked as a good choice for vegetarians.
La Taperia Columela
La Taperia Columela is considered an absolute must for tapas-style dining. Great wine is paired with the famous Spanish small plates. This is not your typical tapas restaurant; you will find a lot more elegance here than the standard patatas bravas and fried smelt. Executive Chef D. Agustin Campos Perez has spent his life cooking in kitchens across Spain, and brings his experience to the restaurant's finely tuned menu.
Café de Levante
Café de Levante is considered the 'perfect local bar' by reviewers on TripAdvisor. The bar offers a cozy atmosphere and boasts long hours, open until dawn every night of the year. If you like the idea of tippling libations in a place frequented by the more artistic and bohemian type, than this is a bar for you.
Things to do in Cadiz in January
La Torre de Tavira
For the best city view, visitors should head to La Torre de Tavira. The baroque tower reaches 45m above sea level, and stands as the highest object in the city. Built in the eighteenth century, the landmark affords an astounding 360° view of the port city. In 1994, a camera obscura was installed at the tower's peak. Images of the city surroundings outside are projected onto a horizontal white canvas in a darkroom inside the tower. The camera obscura has become the defining element to the attraction's allure.
Museum of Cadiz
The Museum of Cadiz is located in historic old town, and offers multiple exhibits across three separate floors. This is the perfect indoor activity if the weather turns rainy during a visit in January. The lower level is dedicated to artefacts dating back to the earliest human civilisations in the area. You will admire archaeological findings from the days when Phoenician and Roman cultures occupied the territory. The second floor explores art from the 16th-20th centuries, with works by Rubens, Murillo, and Zurbarán. The upper level showcases Tía Norica traditional puppetry. Puppetry has played a popular role in the Spanish storytelling tradition. The Museum of Cadiz offers an opportunity to learn more about this tradition and its history in Andalusia. The museum is free to EU citizens.
Cathedral de Cadiz
Make your way through winding cobbled streets to the Cathedral de Cadiz. This 18th century cathedral took 116 years to complete. From the outside you can admire the blending of the two distinct architectural styles that grace the buildings façade: Baroque (early construction) and Neoclassical (late construction). Enter the cathedral to enjoy exhibits about the city, as well as religious art, and view the tomb of famous Andalusia composer Manuel de Falla.
