Monthly climate guide
Genoa weather in January
Expect cool weather in Genoa in January: afternoons reach about 8°C (46°F), while nights drop to around 2°C (35°F). Around 52 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- In Genoa, January is mid-winter.
- Dress warmly for Via Garibaldi: short, cold days are the norm.
- Genoa is usually about 4°C cooler than Monterosso al Mare, 60 km away, in January.
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 65%.
January is typically Genoa's coolest month.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
2°C
35°F
Rainfall
52 mm
some rain
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Genoa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 35°F | 52 mm | 83% | 65% |
| February | 9°C / 47°F | 2°C / 35°F | 67 mm | 83% | 64% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 5°C / 40°F | 87 mm | 79% | 56% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 47°F | 65 mm | 77% | 58% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 11°C / 53°F | 67 mm | 76% | 59% |
| June | 25°C / 76°F | 16°C / 61°F | 52 mm | 72% | 49% |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 19°C / 66°F | 40 mm | 67% | 39% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 45 mm | 65% | 37% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 15°C / 60°F | 45 mm | 69% | 49% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 11°C / 52°F | 102 mm | 78% | 63% |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 44°F | 154 mm | 84% | 68% |
| December | 9°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 74 mm | 84% | 63% |
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 Genoa?
Our Genoa guide recommends: April to June or September to October for mild coastal weather.
Genoa is the birthplace of pesto — try it here made the traditional way, with a mortar and pestle.
Best time to visit Genoa →Other Italy cities in January
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Genoa in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Genoa?
January is cool in Genoa, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Genoa in January?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 2°C (35°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Genoa in January?
Genoa typically gets around 52 mm of rain in January — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Genoa?
April to June or September to October for mild coastal weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Genoa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.