Apulia · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 14° (57°)18° (64°) | 14° (57°)19° (66°) | 16° (61°)23° (73°) | 19° (66°)26° (79°) | 23° (73°)29° (84°) | 28° (82°)36° (97°) | 31° (88°)37° (99°) | 30° (86°)36° (97°) | 27° (81°)32° (90°) | 22° (72°)28° (82°) | 18° (64°)23° (73°) | 15° (59°)20° (68°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 6° (43°)0° (32°) | 7° (45°)1° (34°) | 9° (48°)2° (36°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 20° (68°)14° (57°) | 23° (73°)17° (63°) | 22° (72°)17° (63°) | 19° (66°)13° (55°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 11° (52°)4° (39°) | 8° (46°)2° (36°) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 7h | 8h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 7h | 5h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 24° (75°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 26° (79°) | 22° (72°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d42mm (1.7") | 4d35mm (1.4") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 3d32mm (1.3") | 2d33mm (1.3") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 1d13mm (0.5") | 4d43mm (1.7") | 3d57mm (2.2") | 5d60mm (2.4") | 5d50mm (2.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Apulia is on the cool side — with highs around 14°C (57°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drop to 6°C (43°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (42 mm (1.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C (57°F), the water is still quite cool in January — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Puglia in winter light: the trulli of Alberobello almost deserted, the baroque cathedrals of Lecce in the afternoon gold. The olive harvest has just finished — fresh oil everywhere, and the masserie open for tastings.
Packing list for Apulia in January
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Apulia?
- January is not an optimal month for Apulia (Score: 44/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Apulia in January?
- In January, Apulia sees daily highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to 6°C (43°F), with a daily average of 10°C (50°F). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F).
- How much rain falls in Apulia in January?
- In January, Apulia receives an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Apulia get in January?
- Apulia averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Apulia in January?
- Water temperature in Apulia in January averages 14°C (57°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.