January · Italy
Best time to visit Florence in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Florence in January
Average temperature 4°C, 56 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.7/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Florence scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Renaissance masterpieces and rolling hillside vistas shine in Florence’s mild April–June season.
January in Florence — off-season conditions
At 4°C (39°F) this is proper winter weather in January: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Florence — 4.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Florence in January?
- In January, Florence averages 4°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Florence?
- January earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Florence in January?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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