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Weather in January in Tuscany

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

What is the weather like in Tuscany in January?

Tuscany is a region in Italy. January in Tuscany generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Corfino at 7°C to mild in Giglio Porto at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Giglio Porto and -0°C in Corfino. 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.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cristena with an average of 54 mm to high rainfall in Marina di Massa with 130 mm.

Average sunshine

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 134 hours of sunlight anticipated in Florence. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For a closer look at January's conditions in Tuscany, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Tuscany's yearly weather, check out our Tuscany climate page.

Where to go in Tuscany in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Tuscany on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

Weather conditions Weather
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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Tuscany?

Florence

In January Florence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Florence
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
19°C 
9°C 
2,488 hours 
955 mm 
133 days 
poor 
January January
9°C 
2°C 
134 hours 
72 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
11°C 
2°C 
134 hours 
88 mm 
11 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Florence

Lucca

In January Lucca generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Lucca
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
19°C 
10°C 
2,273 hours 
1218 mm 
131 days 
pleasant 
January January
10°C 
2°C 
105 hours 
90 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
11°C 
2°C 
120 hours 
102 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Lucca

San Gimignano

In January San Gimignano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

San Gimignano
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
20°C 
10°C 
2,476 hours 
969 mm 
134 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
2°C 
120 hours 
65 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
12°C 
2°C 
125 hours 
79 mm 
12 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in San Gimignano

Pisa

In January Pisa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Pisa
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
20°C 
13°C 
2,273 hours 
1080 mm 
130 days 
perfect 
January January
12°C 
5°C 
105 hours 
82 mm 
13 days 
unpleasant 
February   >> February
>>  
12°C 
5°C 
120 hours 
89 mm 
12 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Pisa

Siena

In January Siena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Siena
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
20°C 
9°C 
2,476 hours 
903 mm 
135 days 
poor 
January January
10°C 
2°C 
120 hours 
59 mm 
13 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
11°C 
2°C 
125 hours 
75 mm 
12 days 
unpleasant 
Climate in Siena

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tuscany, in Italy.

Is January the best time to visit Tuscany?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Tuscany due to the typically poor weather in Florence.

On average, the best time to visit Tuscany is in May, June and September with generally perfect weather in Florence. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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