Cinque Terre · WinterMonth summary
Cinque Terre weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
36°F – 48°F
🌧 Rainy days
39% of days
☀️ Sunshine
7.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cinque Terre in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: January is a difficult time for Cinque Terre. July (8.8/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Cinque Terre in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
Winter in Cinque Terre is cool (9°F during the day). Days are short (7.3h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 36°F | 48°F | 39% | 0.2in | 7.3h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 39°F | 50°F | 42% | 0.2in | 8.4h | 4.3/10 |
| ⛅ March | 41°F | 54°F | 39% | 0.2in | 10.3h | 5.3/10 |
| ⛅ April | 46°F | 59°F | 39% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 52°F | 64°F | 52% | 0.2in | 12.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 59°F | 73°F | 35% | 0.1in | 13.7h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ July | 64°F | 79°F | 24% | 0.1in | 13.4h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 64°F | 79°F | 30% | 0.1in | 12.8h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 59°F | 72°F | 39% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 52°F | 64°F | 40% | 0.3in | 9.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 45°F | 55°F | 48% | 0.3in | 7.5h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 37°F | 50°F | 42% | 0.2in | 7.1h | 4.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Cinque Terre averages 48°F, 39% rainy days and 7.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.1/10.
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Comparison
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +17°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -15%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +6.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cinque Terre in January
Is January a good time to visit Cinque Terre?
January is not recommended for Cinque Terre (score 4.1/10). With 39% rainy days and 7.3h of sunshine, consider July (8.8/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Cinque Terre in January?
It's cool with 48°F daytime and 36°F at night. 7.3h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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