Menorca in January is quiet and peaceful, with mild winter temperatures and plenty of sunshine. Families can expect very low crowds and excellent value during this off-peak month.
Quick verdict
5.9/10
overall family rating for January
January ranks #10 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Menorca.
Great for
· Families seeking peace and quiet
· Nature walks
· Exploring without crowds
Things to consider
· You want warm beach weather
· Swimming is a priority
Weather
2.0/10
Poor
Crowds
9.0/10
Very low
Value
9.0/10
Excellent
Weather in Menorca in January
Average daytime high
14.1°C
Average nighttime low
9.1°C
Rainy days
~8
Average sunshine
~8 hrs/day
January is Menorca's coolest month, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 9°C. There are typically 8 days of rain and 8 hours of sunshine per 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 the island without busy tourist spots.
January offers excellent value compared to busier months.
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators comparing months within
Menorca. They are not measured visitor numbers or live prices.
Menorca temperatures throughout the year
Menorca temperatures throughout the year
Month
High
Low
January
(selected month)
14.1°C
9.1°C
February
14.9°C
9.0°C
March
16.3°C
10.5°C
April
18.5°C
12.1°C
May
22.1°C
15.3°C
June
27.5°C
19.8°C
July
30.3°C
22.5°C
August
30.3°C
22.8°C
September
26.7°C
20.4°C
October
23.0°C
17.3°C
November
18.2°C
13.2°C
December
15.6°C
10.4°C
January is typically cooler by 1.5°C than December and similar temperatures 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)
8.0
50 mm
February
5.2
34 mm
March
7.6
47 mm
April
8.2
46 mm
May
7.6
46 mm
June
3.2
14 mm
July
1.5
6 mm
August
3.1
17 mm
September
8.4
54 mm
October
7.8
53 mm
November
10.3
71 mm
December
7.6
42 mm
July is typically the driest month and November the wettest.
Best months for a family holiday in Menorca
Best months for a family holiday in Menorca
Month
Family score
January
(selected month)
5.9
February
6.3
March
6.7
April
7.1
May
7.6
June
8.1
July
5.9
August
5.5
September
6.5
October
7.6
November
7.1
December
7.2
January ranks #10 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Menorca.
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Kids club
Water slides
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
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Water slides
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
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Families seeking a nature retreat with beach access and kids' activities.
Kids club
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
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Families seeking a fun-filled beach holiday with plenty of activities.
Kids club
Water slides
Splash pool
Children's pool
Family rooms
All inclusive
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Families looking for a relaxing beach holiday with convenient amenities.
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Playground
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Many attractions and restaurants may have limited opening hours in January. Pack for mild but sometimes rainy weather. Outdoor activities are more comfortable without summer heat.
On average, January has highs of 14.1°C, lows of 9.1°C, and about 8 days of rain.
Is it crowded in Menorca in January?
Crowds are very low, making it a peaceful time to visit.
Is January a good value month for families?
Yes, January typically offers excellent value compared to peak months.
Can you swim in the sea in January?
Sea temperature data is not available for January, and it is generally not considered a swimming month.
How much sunshine does Menorca get in January?
There are typically 8 hours of sunshine per day in January.
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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