Calpe is a coastal town located in the comarca of Marina Alta, in the province of Alicante, Valencian Community, Spain, by the Mediterranean Sea. The town is located 67 km (42 Miles) from the city of Alicante and lies at the foot of the Natural Park of Penyal d'Ifac.The economy of Calpe is based mainly on tourism and fishing
Before we have a look at what you can do in Calpe, let's first look at the weather you can expect in January.
January weather in Calpe Spain To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in January in Calpe Spain, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if January is comfortable or humid Generally, January in Calpe Spain will be slightly on the colder side. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 60°F / 16°C. But due to the very dry air, it can feel somewhat uncomfortable for some people. During the night, it will cool down to around 42°F / 6°C. Calpe Spain has rainy days in January. You can expect around 7 rainy days, with on average 1.4 inches / 35 mm of rain during the whole month.
The forecast for January 2025 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.
Things to see and do in Calpe Calpe has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.
Blue Flag beaches
Beach Throughout the Year
Blue Flag beaches are ideal for sun lounging, kayaking, boating, and diving.
Three Kings Parade
Event/Festival Jan
Epiphany is celebrated on the fifth of January. It celebrates Los Reyes Magos or Three Kings. Procession of the Three Knocks It marked the Muslim Routing in 1287. People gather on the streets of their towns to get a glimpse of the Cabalgata de Los Reyes Magos or the parade. Cheese, seafood, and meat are cooked on this day. There are cultural shows, gastronomy skill tests, musical nightlife, outdoor activities, sports events, and local get-togethers.
Old Town Calpe
City Throughout the Year
Old Town Calpe has many churches, cobblestone streets, restaurants, and paintings.
Shopping in Calpe Calpe is a city with a year-round population. Most of the stores, bars and restaurants in the center are open.
Activities in Calpe The highlight of the Christmas celebrations is the arrival of the Three Kings an the Three Kings parade.
If you like cycling and don't mind some hills Calpe is a good location. You can rent bikes at several locations.
A day trip to the Sant Josep caves including a boat trip.
The date changes each year, but this important religious event is celebrated all over Spain. You can watch the processions from Palm Sunday onwards until Easter Sunday.
Experience the Carnival with fancy dress costumes and dancing in the streets in the old town (February/March).
Each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, you can visit the market that sells fruits, vegetables, but also second-hand products.
If you like playing golf there are multiple golf courses not far from Calpe like the Altea Club de Golf and the Club de Golf Ifach.
See the beautiful medieval town (https://www.bus-2.com/)
You can visit Mendoza Winery and tase some of their best wines
If the weather is beautiful, take a boat trip and excursion from Calpe Harbor.
The cinema in Calpe also has movies in English. Check the time table from the Auditorio/Teatro Odeón at https://www.calpeonline24.com/info/cinema-at-casa-de-cultura
If you like to keep fit, you can find several gym's and group training in English in Calpe.
See the beautiful city of Valencia or go shopping (https://www.bus-2.com/)
In English. Check the website https://www.calpeonline24.com/info/nicole-stone-yoga-classes-private-sessions/go/website
Visit Benidorm, Cartagena or Elche famous for the palmtrees (https://www.bus-2.com/) .
Restaurants in Calpe Calpe has a large number of restaurants and shops. Not all of them will be open in the winter, but there is still more than enough choice.
More things to see in Calpe More than 300 meter (984 feet) high and part of a protected National Park. If you are up to it, you can climb the rock or part of it. There are several guided excursions
originally it was a fish farm.
Visit the old narrow streets of Calpe's Old Town
Calpe has several ling sandy beaches surrounded by a promenade with many restaurants and shops. In the summer they are very crowded, but in the winter you can have a big sport for yourself.
There are many different routes both on the coastline and more in the countryside.
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