Basilicata weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Basilicata this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Basilicata in January?
Basilicata is a region in Italy. January in Basilicata generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Marsico Nuovo at 9°C to moderate in Marina di Pisticci at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Marina di Pisticci and 1°C in Marsico Nuovo. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Miglionico with an average of 55 mm to high rainfall in Maratea with 110 mm.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Basilicata in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Basilicata climate page.
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Average weather in Matera
In January Matera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Maratea
In January Maratea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Gravina in Puglia
In January Gravina in Puglia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Potenza
In January Potenza generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Metaponto
In January Metaponto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Basilicata, in Italy.
Is January the best time to visit Basilicata?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Basilicata with often unpleasant weather in Matera.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Matera. In contrast, January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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