January · Italy
Best time to visit Lake Como in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Como in January
Average temperature 8°C, 41 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 41 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Lake Como scores 7.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 8°C, 41 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Como runs north from the Lombard plain into the Alps, its shores lined with villas, terraced gardens, and the towns of Como, Bellagio, and Varenna.
January in Lake Como — the year's strongest window
Expect 8°C (46°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 41 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lake Como at 7.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lake Como in January?
- In January, Lake Como averages 8°C, 41 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Lake Como?
- January earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lake Como in January?
- Expect about 41 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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