January weather forecast
Palermo, Italy

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Weather in January

As the calendar turns to January, Palermo, Italy welcomes mild winter weather conditions. The daytime sees high temperatures dipping modestly to 12.6°C (54.7°F), while night times can be moderately cooler at 7.3°C (45.1°F). Relative humidity peaks to 79%, thus offering a rather cool and moist environment. With potential observations of snowfall and sea temperature dropping to 15.1°C (59.2°F), beach-related activities may be less favourable. Looking ahead, Palermo's weather in February sees a slight lowering of temperatures.

Temperature

January's advent in Palermo notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a cool 12.6°C (54.7°F) from December. In Palermo, an average nighttime temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) is expected during January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 381mm (15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palermo are January and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Palermo is 15.1°C (59.2°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 15.1°C (59.2°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Palermo is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 16:56. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 17:27 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in January leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Palermo in January?

Palermo in January has an average high-temperature of 12.6°C (54.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Palermo?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January in Palermo?

In January, the average relative humidity in Palermo, Italy, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Palermo?

In Palermo, Italy, in January, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Palermo?

The month with the most snowfall in Palermo is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Palermo?

January is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in January, Palermo aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in January in Palermo?

In Palermo, Italy, in January, the average water temperature is 15.1°C (59.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.1°C (59.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Palermo have in January?

In Palermo, Italy, the average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Palermo?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 16:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 17:27 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Palermo?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Palermo?

In Palermo, Italy, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Palermo?

The months with the lowest UV index in Palermo, Italy, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January in Palermo?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Palermo is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Palermo, Italy

Average temperature in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average high temperature in January: 12.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (12.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Palermo, Italy

Average pressure in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and July (1014.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Palermo, Italy

Average wind speed in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Palermo, Italy

Average humidity in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in January
Palermo, Italy

Average rainfall in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average rainfall in January: 40mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and October (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (5mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Palermo, Italy

Average rainfall days in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Palermo, Italy

Average snowfall in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average snowfall in January: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Palermo, Italy

Average snowfall days in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Palermo, Italy

Average sea temperature in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average sea temperature in January: 15.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.3°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Palermo, Italy

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Palermo, Italy

Average sunshine days in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Palermo, Italy

Average UV index in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Palermo, Italy

Average cloud cover in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Palermo, Italy

Average visibility in January - Palermo, Italy
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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