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Ortona Weather in January

January in Ortona averages 12°C (54°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 77 mm (3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Ortona in January

You can expect rain on around 12 days based on historical patterns, with 77 mm (3 in) average for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Ortona in January

Daytime temperatures in Ortona reach 12°C (54°F) in January, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. January is in the winter season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Sunshine in Ortona in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 98 hours of sunshine.

Average water temperature in January

The water is 13°C (55°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ortona. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Ortona Temperature in January

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Water Temperature
13°C (55°F) *
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
98 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
33% *
* Data from: Pescara, Italy (19 KM, 11 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ortona in January

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in January, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. The water temperature sits at about 13°C (55°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Ortona in January

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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