Italy in January
The country exhales after New Year: the art cities are at their emptiest of the year, the Alps are at their busiest, and heating bills rather than crowds set the mood.
Is January a good time to visit Italy?
January is one of the better months across Italy, with crowds averaging 42/100 and typical highs near 9°C.
What closes and what fills up in January
- Epiphany, 6 January, a national holiday
- Winter sales (saldi) start in the first half of the month
Italy city by city in January
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How January compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit Italy?
January is one of the better months across Italy, with crowds averaging 42/100 and typical highs near 9°C.
How busy is Italy in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Italy sits near 42/100 in January. The calmest of them is Rome.
What is the weather like in Italy in January?
Expect average highs near 9°C and lows near 1°C, with roughly 7 wet days — though Italy varies by region.