Catania weather in January (Sicily, Italy)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Catania this January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

January in Catania generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 15°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 7°C. The temperatures this month are cooler, yet they stay comfortably warm and enjoyable.

Precipitation

Catania in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 111 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Catania. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Catania climate page with graphs.

 

Catania, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Water Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 73%  

Sunshine 111 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 41%  

Where to go in Italy in January

Find out more about the weather in Italy and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Catania.

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