Monthly climate guide
Bologna weather in January
January in Bologna is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 9°C (48°F) and night-time lows near 1°C (33°F). The month usually brings about 35 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 69%.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Bologna.
- Bologna is usually about 2°C warmer than Florence, 80 km away, in January.
- Dress warmly for Quadrilatero Market: short, cold days are the norm.
January is typically Bologna's coolest month.
Avg high
9°C
48°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
35 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
86%
relative
Sky
69%
cloud · often cloudy
Bologna weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 33°F | 35 mm | 86% | 69% |
| February | 10°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 73 mm | 83% | 64% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 56 mm | 76% | 57% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 47°F | 47 mm | 71% | 57% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 53°F | 73 mm | 67% | 58% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 50 mm | 58% | 42% |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 67°F | 46 mm | 52% | 33% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 34 mm | 51% | 32% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 60°F | 59 mm | 64% | 46% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 10°C / 51°F | 77 mm | 76% | 60% |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 6°C / 42°F | 84 mm | 86% | 69% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 38 mm | 87% | 66% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Bologna?
Our Bologna guide recommends: Spring or early autumn, for pleasant walking weather under the arcades.
Bologna is the origin of ragù alla bolognese — look for it served with tagliatelle, not spaghetti, as it is locally.
Best time to visit Bologna →Other Italy cities in January
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Bologna in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Bologna?
January is cool in Bologna, with highs around 9°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Bologna in January?
Average highs are about 9°C (48°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bologna in January?
Bologna typically gets around 35 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Bologna?
Spring or early autumn, for pleasant walking weather under the arcades.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bologna (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.