What to pack for Florence in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 81%; max daily wind around 14 km/h. Snow falls on about 1.2 days.
How January compares
Best months in Florence: April & September–October. See the full best time to visit Florence guide.
Florence in January: the details
In January, Florence sees average daytime highs of 11°C (51°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall totals roughly 77 mm across 10.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 6.2 hours per day with 9.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 81%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 7th-wettest in Florence. The sunniest month is July (13.8 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 11°C / 51°F |
| Overnight low | 2°C / 36°F |
| Rainfall | 77 mm over 10.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h/day (9.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Travel score | 4.7 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Florence, Italy (43.78, 11.25) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Florence in January?
Daytime highs in Florence in January average 11°C (51°F); nights drop to about 2°C.
Does it rain in Florence in January?
Expect around 10.2 rainy days and 77 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Florence?
January is a challenging month to visit Florence — consider April & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 4.7/10. The best months are April & September–October.
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