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Liguria Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Liguria, Italy in January.

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Considering a trip to Liguria, Italy this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Liguria in January

Liguria, Italy is a region in Italy. January in Liguria generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Santo Stefano dʼAveto to 12°C (54°F) in Portovenere. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Portovenere and 0°C (32°F) in Santo Stefano dʼAveto. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Liguria, Italy. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across Liguria, Italy, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bussana Nuova with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Moneglia with 134 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. La Spezia gets around 104 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Liguria in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Liguria.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Liguria

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Liguria, Italy?

Temperature range in Liguria (January)

Precipitation variation in Liguria (January)

La Spezia

In January La Spezia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
104 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Spezia →

Genoa

In January Genoa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
112 hours
118 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Genoa →

Lerici

In January Lerici generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
104 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lerici →

Diano Marina

In January Diano Marina generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
149 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Diano Marina →

Pietra Ligure

In January Pietra Ligure generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
112 hours
118 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Pietra Ligure →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Liguria in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Spezia 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Genoa 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Lerici 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Diano Marina 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Pietra Ligure 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Sarzana 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

Liguria weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Liguria, Italy in January?

January in Liguria, Italy brings poor weather. In La Spezia, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Liguria, Italy in January?

In La Spezia, the average daytime high in January is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Liguria, Italy get a lot of rain in January?

La Spezia typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 120 mm (4.7 in) on average across Liguria, Italy.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Liguria, Italy?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Liguria, Italy with often poor weather in La Spezia.

On average, the best time to visit Liguria, Italy is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in La Spezia. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, October, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Liguria.

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