Monthly climate guide
Rome weather in January
January in Rome is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 12°C (53°F) and night-time lows near 4°C (38°F). The month usually brings about 71 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Colosseum and Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel.
- Just 90 km apart, but Rome runs about 6°C warmer than L'Aquila this month.
- In Rome, January is mid-winter.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
January is typically Rome's coolest month.
Avg high
12°C
53°F
Avg low
4°C
38°F
Rainfall
71 mm
some rain
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Rome weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 38°F | 71 mm | 81% | 54% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 90 mm | 79% | 51% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 43°F | 79 mm | 76% | 49% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 72% | 45% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 59 mm | 69% | 42% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 37 mm | 62% | 25% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 69°F | 32 mm | 55% | 15% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 26 mm | 53% | 15% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 72 mm | 64% | 34% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 72% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 49°F | 114 mm | 80% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 75 mm | 80% | 46% |
What to pack for January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Rome?
Our Rome guide recommends: Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Book skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum and Vatican in advance — same-day queues can run over an hour, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Rome →Other Italy cities in January
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Rome in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Rome?
January is cool in Rome, with highs around 12°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Rome in January?
Average highs are about 12°C (53°F) and average lows about 4°C (38°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in January?
Rome typically gets around 71 mm of rain in January — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rome (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.