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Rome weather in January

Long-run climate averages for Rome, Italy in January, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

January at a glance

In January, Rome averages 12°C by day and 3°C at night. The wettest month is usually November.

January in Rome averages a daytime high of 12°C and an overnight low of 3°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is the coldest month of the year here. Across the whole year Rome sees roughly 920 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Rome forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Rome weather by month

what to expect in Rome through the year, 1991-2020 normals, Rome Ciampino (WMO), rain Guidonia (WMO)

Here is Rome's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Rome by season.

Jan
12°
3°
Cool
Feb
13°
3°
Cool
Mar
16°
6°
Mild
Apr
19°
9°
Mild
May
23°
13°
Warm
Jun
28°
17°
Warm
Jul
31°
19°
Hot
Aug
32°
20°
Hot
Sep
27°
16°
Warm
Oct
22°
12°
Warm
Nov
17°
8°
Mild
Wettest
Dec
13°
5°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Rome in January?
Rome averages a daytime high of 12°C in January, with overnight lows around 3°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is January a good time to visit Rome?
The most comfortable time to visit Rome is usually March, April, May and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest November rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in January?
The wettest month in Rome is usually November. Across the year the city sees roughly 920 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages: 1991-2020 normals, Rome Ciampino (WMO), rain Guidonia (WMO). Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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