Lake Maggiore · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)5– (41–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)12– (54–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)31 (88) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)32 (90) | 23° (73°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 17° (63°)9– (48–)22 (72) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-5– (23–)4 (39) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)6 (43) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)10 (50) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d62mm (2.4") | 5d77mm (3.0") | 6d87mm (3.4") | 9d128mm (5.0") | 12d174mm (6.9") | 10d143mm (5.6") | 9d141mm (5.6") | 9d160mm (6.3") | 8d137mm (5.4") | 8d160mm (6.3") | 8d172mm (6.8") | 5d97mm (3.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Lake Maggiore is on the cool side — with highs around 7°C (45°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drop to 0°C (32°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 12°C (54°F), the coldest nights around -5°C (23°F) — frost does occur. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (62 mm (2.4 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Stillness on the lake. 7°C (45°F), ferries on the winter timetable, the Borromean Islands closed. Stresa feels like a film set without a film — but there is snow on the surrounding mountains and the air is glass-clear.
Packing list for Lake Maggiore in January
- Winter coat
- Thermal clothing and warm layers
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm, waterproof shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Lake Maggiore?
- January is not an optimal month for Lake Maggiore (Score: 42/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lake Maggiore in January?
- In January, Lake Maggiore sees daily highs of 7°C (45°F). Nights cool to 0°C (32°F), with a daily average of 3°C (37°F). Peaks reach around 12°C (54°F), the coldest nights around -5°C (23°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Lake Maggiore in January?
- In January, Lake Maggiore receives an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain over 5 rain days. The rain falls on few days, but heavily.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Maggiore get in January?
- Lake Maggiore averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.