What to pack for Naples in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 78%; max daily wind around 17 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Naples: April & June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Naples guide.
Naples in January: the details
In January, Naples sees average daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (42°F). Rainfall totals roughly 93 mm across 12.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7 hours per day with 9.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 78%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 4th-wettest in Naples. The sunniest month is July (13.8 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 13°C / 55°F |
| Overnight low | 5°C / 42°F |
| Rainfall | 93 mm over 12.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7 h/day (9.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 78% |
| Travel score | 5.5 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Naples, Italy (40.85, 14.27) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Naples in January?
Daytime highs in Naples in January average 13°C (55°F); nights drop to about 5°C.
Does it rain in Naples in January?
Expect around 12.5 rainy days and 93 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Naples?
January is a fair shoulder-season month in Naples — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.5/10. The best months are April & June & September–October.
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