Milan weather in January (Lombardy, Italy)

What can you expect from the weather in Milan during January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Milan typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 9°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Milan in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 57 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Milan. April, May, June, July and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Milan, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Como, Italy (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Italy in January

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

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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 Milan in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Milan.

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