What to pack for Rome in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Rome: February–May & September–October. See the full best time to visit Rome guide.
Rome in January: the details
In January, Rome sees average daytime highs of 12°C (54°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall totals roughly 70 mm across 9.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.1 hours per day with 9.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 7th-wettest in Rome. The sunniest month is July (13.8 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 12°C / 54°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 39°F |
| Rainfall | 70 mm over 9.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h/day (9.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 5.8 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Rome, Italy (41.89, 12.51) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Rome in January?
Daytime highs in Rome in January average 12°C (54°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Rome in January?
Expect around 9.8 rainy days and 70 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Rome?
January is a fair shoulder-season month in Rome — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.8/10. The best months are February–May & September–October.
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