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Santa Lucia del Mela Weather in January

During January, Santa Lucia del Mela experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 109 mm (4.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Santa Lucia del Mela in January

You can typically expect 11 days of rain this month, averaging around 109 mm (4.3 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Santa Lucia del Mela in January

In January, expect moderate temperatures in Santa Lucia del Mela, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Winter occurs in January. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Santa Lucia del Mela in January

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 116 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Average water temperature in January

The water is 15°C (59°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Santa Lucia del Mela.

Santa Lucia del Mela Temperature in January

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Water Temperature
15°C (59°F) *
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
109 mm (4.3 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
116 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Messina, Italy (24 KM, 15 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Santa Lucia del Mela in January

The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With water temperatures around 15°C (59°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Santa Lucia del Mela in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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