Sardinia Weather in January

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

Planning a journey to Sardinia, Italy this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Sardinia in January

Sardinia, Italy is a region in Italy. January in Sardinia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Fonni at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Castiadas at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Castiadas and 3°C (37°F) in Fonni.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Castiadas with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Magomadas with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Alghero, you can expect around 129 hours of sunlight in January, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Sardinia in January

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Sardinia

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

Temperature range in Sardinia (January)

Precipitation variation in Sardinia (January)

Alghero

In January Alghero generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
129 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Cagliari

In January Cagliari generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
151 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

San Teodoro

In January San Teodoro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
125 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Castelsardo

In January Castelsardo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
129 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Monte Nai

In January Monte Nai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
151 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alghero 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Cagliari 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
San Teodoro 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Castelsardo 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Monte Nai 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Villasimius 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Sardinia weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Sardinia, Italy brings tolerable weather. In Alghero, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

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

Alghero averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

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

Not particularly. Alghero averages just 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Sardinia, Italy.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Sardinia, Italy?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Sardinia, Italy due to the typically tolerable weather in Alghero.

On average, the best time to visit Sardinia, Italy is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Alghero. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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