Otranto weather in January (Puglia (Apulia), Italy)

What can you expect from the weather in Otranto during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Otranto generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Otranto in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Typically around 14 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 123 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Otranto, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 123 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Lecce, Italy (35 KM, 21 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 Otranto in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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