Rome weather in January
Long-run climate averages for Rome, Italy in January, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.
In January, Rome averages 13°C by day and 5°C at night. The wettest month is usually May.
January in Rome averages a daytime high of 13°C and an overnight low of 5°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is the coldest month of the year here. Across the whole year Rome sees roughly 898 mm of precipitation.
Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Rome forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.
Rome weather by month
what to expect in Rome through the yearHere is Rome's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Rome by season.
Common questions
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Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .