Santa Maria Maggiore Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows of -6°C (21°F), January in Santa Maria Maggiore brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 91 mm (3.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Santa Maria Maggiore in January

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 91 mm (3.6 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Santa Maria Maggiore in January

Daytime temperatures in Santa Maria Maggiore reach 2°C (36°F) in January, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night. January marks the winter season. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With lows of -6°C (21°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Santa Maria Maggiore in January

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 133 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Wind Speed in Santa Maria Maggiore in January

Average wind conditions reach 1 m/s (2 knots) in January. This creates generally peaceful weather with subtle air movement. Remember this is an average: some days are windless while others have noticeable or very gentle breezes.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Maria Maggiore. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Santa Maria Maggiore Temperature in January

Min Temperature -6°C (21°F)  

Max Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 91 mm (3.6 in)  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  

Sunshine 133 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 61% *  

* Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (24 KM, 15 Miles).

What to Wear in Santa Maria Maggiore in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Santa Maria Maggiore in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Santa Maria Maggiore in January

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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• January
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• March
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• May
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• September
• October
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More climate data for Santa Maria Maggiore

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