Tuscany

Tuscany Weather in January

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

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Florence Lucca San Gimignano Pisa

Planning a getaway to Tuscany, Italy this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tuscany in January

Tuscany, Italy 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 (45°F) to mild in Giglio Porto at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Giglio Porto and 0°C (32°F) 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.

For specific regional insights in Tuscany, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cristena with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to high rainfall in Marina di Massa with 130 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Florence gets approximately 134 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tuscany in January

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

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 Tuscany

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

Temperature range in Tuscany (January)

Precipitation variation in Tuscany (January)

Florence

In January Florence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
96 hours
134 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Florence →

Lucca

In January Lucca generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
105 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lucca →

San Gimignano

In January San Gimignano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
100 hours
120 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in San Gimignano →

Pisa

In January Pisa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
105 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Pisa →

Siena

In January Siena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
100 hours
120 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Siena →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Florence 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Lucca 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
San Gimignano 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Pisa 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Siena 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Cortona 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Tuscany weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Tuscany, Italy in January. The popular destination of Florence averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Florence averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Tuscany, Italy. Florence averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tuscany, Italy?

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

On average, the best time to visit Tuscany, Italy 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.

Interested in more climate information?

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