Tuscany weather in January

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 moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Corfino at 7°C to moderate 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.

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. 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 the average weather conditions in January for the most popular destinations in Tuscany on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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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 in Tuscany

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

Average weather in 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
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10°C 
3°C 
96 hours 
101 mm 
12 days 
poor 
9°C 
2°C 
134 hours 
72 mm 
13 days 
poor 
11°C 
2°C 
134 hours 
88 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Florence

Average weather in 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
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11°C 
3°C 
93 hours 
127 mm 
13 days 
poor 
10°C 
2°C 
105 hours 
90 mm 
13 days 
poor 
11°C 
2°C 
120 hours 
102 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Lucca

Average weather in 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
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11°C 
3°C 
100 hours 
90 mm 
13 days 
10°C 
2°C 
120 hours 
65 mm 
13 days 
poor 
12°C 
2°C 
125 hours 
79 mm 
12 days 
Climate in San Gimignano

Average weather in 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
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13°C 
6°C 
93 hours 
112 mm 
13 days 
poor 
12°C 
5°C 
105 hours 
82 mm 
13 days 
12°C 
5°C 
120 hours 
89 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Pisa

Average weather in 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
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11°C 
3°C 
100 hours 
84 mm 
13 days 
10°C 
2°C 
120 hours 
59 mm 
13 days 
poor 
11°C 
2°C 
125 hours 
75 mm 
12 days 
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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