Rome · January
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Max Temp
12.8°C
Min Temp
4.5°C
Sunshine
4.3 h/day
Rain Days
6 days
Water Temp
13.4°C
Rainfall
57.9 mm
Humidity
76%
Avg Temp
8.5°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Rome is on the cool side — with highs around 13°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 13°C during the day and drop to 5°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (58 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 13°C, 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.
Packing list for Rome in January
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Rome?
- January is not an optimal month for Rome (Score: 38/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Rome in January?
- In January, Rome sees daily highs of 13°C. Nights cool to 5°C, with a daily average of 9°C.
- How much rain falls in Rome in January?
- In January, Rome receives an average of 58 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Rome get in January?
- Rome averages 4 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Rome in January?
- Water temperature in Rome in January averages 13°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.