Costa Dorada in January is quiet and offers excellent value for families seeking a peaceful getaway. Days are generally mild for winter, with plenty of sunshine and little rain. This is the coolest month of the year here.
Quick verdict
6.3/10
overall family rating for January
January ranks #9 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada.
Great for
· Quiet family breaks
· Exploring without crowds
· Outdoor sightseeing
Things to consider
· You want warm beach weather
· Swimming is a priority
Weather
3.0/10
Poor
Crowds
9.0/10
Very low
Value
9.0/10
Excellent
Weather in Costa Dorada in January
Average daytime high
14.7°C
Average nighttime low
6.4°C
Rainy days
~4
Average sunshine
~8 hrs/day
On average, January brings mild temperatures with highs around 14.7°C and lows near 6.4°C. There are typically just over four days of rain and nearly eight hours of sunshine each day.
Based on historical climate averages from the latest 10 complete years (2016–2025).
Crowds and value in January
Crowds
Very low
Relative value
Excellent
Crowds are very low, making it easy to explore without busy tourist areas.
January is an excellent value month, with better deals than peak summer.
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators comparing months within
Costa Dorada. They are not measured visitor numbers or live prices.
Costa Dorada temperatures throughout the year
Costa Dorada temperatures throughout the year
Month
High
Low
January
(selected month)
14.7°C
6.4°C
February
15.9°C
7.5°C
March
17.3°C
9.2°C
April
19.3°C
11.2°C
May
23.0°C
14.6°C
June
27.0°C
19.3°C
July
29.9°C
22.2°C
August
30.4°C
22.6°C
September
26.9°C
19.4°C
October
23.2°C
15.9°C
November
18.4°C
10.7°C
December
15.6°C
8.0°C
January is typically similar temperatures than December and cooler by 1.2°C than February.
Rainy days throughout the year
A day counts as rainy when it records at least 1 mm of precipitation.
Rainy days throughout the year
Month
Rainy days
Rainfall
January
(selected month)
4.1
43 mm
February
4.8
34 mm
March
8.4
50 mm
April
8.3
51 mm
May
6.2
38 mm
June
4.5
30 mm
July
3.8
26 mm
August
5.3
38 mm
September
9.9
67 mm
October
9.9
96 mm
November
6.9
54 mm
December
5.0
32 mm
July is typically the driest month and September the wettest.
Best months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada
Best months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada
Month
Family score
January
(selected month)
6.3
February
7.2
March
6.2
April
7.1
May
7.6
June
7.0
July
5.5
August
5.3
September
6.5
October
7.2
November
7.6
December
7.2
January ranks #9 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada.
Families with children of all ages looking for a fun and engaging holiday experience.
Kids club
Water slides
Children's pool
Baby cots
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Children's pool, Baby cots, Family rooms. H10 Mediterranean Village is a family-friendly hotel in Costa Dorada, Spain, featuring multiple pools, a kids' club, and a variety of children's entertainment options. It's located a short walk from the beach, making it ideal for families.
Families looking for a convenient location with pool access and nearby attractions.
Kids club
Splash pool
Children's pool
Baby cots
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Splash pool, Children's pool, Baby cots, Kitchenette. Marinada Apartaments in Costa Dorada offers family-friendly accommodations with two outdoor pools, including a children's pool, and a mini club for kids. Located near local attractions and beaches, it's ideal for family vacations.
Families with young children seeking a fun and safe vacation.
Kids club
Water slides
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style. Cambrils Park Resort is a family-friendly destination in Costa Dorada, featuring comfortable apartments and villas, multiple pools, and a variety of activities for children.
Families seeking a fun and relaxing beach vacation.
Kids club
Water slides
Splash pool
Children's pool
Family rooms
Near beach
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Splash pool, Children's pool, Family rooms. Golden Port Salou & SPA is a family-friendly hotel in Costa Dorada, featuring multiple pools, a kids' club, and proximity to local attractions.
Families seeking spacious accommodations near the beach.
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Playground
Family strengths from stored data: Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style, Near beach. Larimar APT in Costa Dorada offers family-friendly apartments with a children's pool and playground, just 600 meters from the beach.
Families looking for a convenient base near the beach and local attractions.
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Playground
Family strengths from stored data: Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style, Near beach. Albatros in Salou offers family-friendly accommodations with a children's pool and playground, just a short walk from Capellans Beach and local attractions.
Many attractions may have reduced hours or be closed in winter. Outdoor activities are comfortable thanks to mild weather, but swimming is not typical. Pack layers for cooler evenings.
Average high temperatures are around 14.7°C, with lows near 6.4°C.
Is January a busy month in Costa Dorada?
Crowds are very low in January, so it's a peaceful time to visit.
Is it good value to visit Costa Dorada in January?
January typically offers excellent value compared to peak months.
Can families swim in the sea in January?
Sea temperature data is not available, but January is generally not a swimming month.
How much sunshine does Costa Dorada get in January?
There are nearly eight hours of sunshine per day on average.
Data sources
Historical weather averages are calculated from
Open-Meteo
historical weather data
using the latest 10 complete calendar years (2016–2025).
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators, not measured statistics.
Scores are calculated deterministically from the values shown on this page.
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