Lake Como · WinterMonth summary
Lake Como weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
39°F – 48°F
🌧 Rainy days
28% of days
☀️ Sunshine
7.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.7/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Lake Como 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 Lake Como. August (8.1/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Lake Como 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 Lake Como is cool (9°F during the day). Days are short (7.6h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 28% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 39°F | 48°F | 28% | 0.1in | 7.6h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 41°F | 52°F | 30% | 0.1in | 8.7h | 5.3/10 |
| ⛅ March | 45°F | 55°F | 34% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 50°F | 63°F | 42% | 0.2in | 11.6h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 55°F | 68°F | 59% | 0.2in | 11.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 64°F | 79°F | 52% | 0.2in | 13.5h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 70°F | 82°F | 50% | 0.2in | 13.4h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 70°F | 82°F | 43% | 0.3in | 12.5h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 63°F | 73°F | 48% | 0.2in | 10.7h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 57°F | 66°F | 42% | 0.2in | 8.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 46°F | 55°F | 41% | 0.2in | 7.2h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 41°F | 52°F | 24% | 0.1in | 7.2h | 5.1/10 |
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, Lake Como averages 48°F, 28% rainy days and 7.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.7/10.
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Comparison
January vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +19°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +15%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.9h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Lake Como in January
Is January a good time to visit Lake Como?
January is not recommended for Lake Como (score 4.7/10). With 28% rainy days and 7.6h of sunshine, consider August (8.1/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Lake Como in January?
It's cool with 48°F daytime and 39°F at night. 7.6h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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