Monthly climate guide
Milan weather in January
Expect cold weather in Milan in January: afternoons reach about 8°C (46°F), while nights drop to around 0°C (33°F). Around 46 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- In Milan, January is mid-winter.
- Short daylight hours mean Sforza Castle is best seen around midday.
- Rain is well below Milan's usual level (around 45% less).
- Just 140 km apart, but Milan runs about 8°C warmer than Riva del Garda this month.
January is typically Milan's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
0°C
33°F
Rainfall
46 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
62%
cloud · often cloudy
Milan weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | 0°C / 33°F | 46 mm | 76% | 62% |
| February | 9°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 69 mm | 76% | 64% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 40°F | 73 mm | 72% | 58% |
| April | 18°C / 65°F | 8°C / 47°F | 85 mm | 71% | 62% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 109 mm | 72% | 64% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 62°F | 93 mm | 70% | 57% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 70 mm | 67% | 49% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 79 mm | 65% | 49% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 15°C / 59°F | 70 mm | 70% | 55% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 51°F | 105 mm | 76% | 65% |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 135 mm | 80% | 68% |
| December | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 35°F | 65 mm | 78% | 60% |
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 Milan?
Our Milan guide recommends: April to June or September to October, before the summer heat and after the crowds ease.
See Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie — timed-entry tickets sell out weeks ahead, so book early.
Best time to visit Milan →Other Italy cities in January
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Milan in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Milan?
January is cool in Milan, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Milan in January?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 0°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Milan in January?
Milan typically gets around 46 mm of rain in January — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Milan?
April to June or September to October, before the summer heat and after the crowds ease.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Milan (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.