Are you considering a trip to Genoa in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +52°F and about 11 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 14 rainy days and 112 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Genoa;
January is usually the driest month of the year in Genoa
Average weather
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+52°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+64°F
Max.
112 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Genoa has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Genoa in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Genoa for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in January is +54°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +59°F during the day and a minimum of +37°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +55°F.
Is Genoa warm or cold in January?
Genoa is typically chill in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +54°F to +52°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +46°F to +45°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Genoa, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Genoa in January
Water in Genoa in January is Cold. It varies from +54°F to +58°F, with an average of +56°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +52°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Genoa are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +76°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +55°F.
Can you swim in Genoa in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Genoa in January, the water is very cold (+56°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Genoa in January
Genoa weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+54°F
+52°F
+54°F
Min. temperature
+25°F
+25°F
+25°F
Max. temperature
+70°F
+64°F
+70°F
Rainfall
143 mm
112 mm
82 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F
+56°F
+55°F
Humidity
65%
64%
64%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1018 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
11
11
10
Cloudy days
5
5
5
Rainy days
15
14
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +54°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +52°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 143 mm to 112 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 65% to 64%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 11 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Genoa in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Genoa is gradually increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Genoa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 52%, leading to total precipitation of around 206 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 56 mm, which is considered heavy rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Genoa wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 195 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during January in Genoa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in January is 0%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.
January is one of the snowiest months in Genoa.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last January in Genoa?
This is the weather in Genoa in January 2023:
1 January
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+58°F
2 January
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+59°F
3 January
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+57°F
4 January
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+60°F
5 January
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+59°F
6 January
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+59°F
7 January
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+56°F
8 January
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+57°F
9 January
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+58°F
10 January
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+58°F
11 January
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+56°F
12 January
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+58°F
13 January
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+58°F
14 January
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+57°F
15 January
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+56°F
16 January
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+53°F
17 January
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+46°F
18 January
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+47°F
19 January
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+43°F
20 January
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+45°F
21 January
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+44°F
22 January
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+45°F
23 January
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+47°F
24 January
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+51°F
25 January
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+51°F
26 January
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+49°F
27 January
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+47°F
28 January
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+47°F
29 January
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+50°F
30 January
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+51°F
31 January
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+56°F
In January 2023 Genoa had 15 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +54°F, with an absolute maximum of +59°F and a minimum of +43°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Genoa climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Genoa in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+62°F) and the highest in 2022 (+69°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 644 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 3379 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Genoa in January:
Is January a good time to visit Genoa?
January is a really good time to go to Genoa. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Genoa.
Can you sunbathe in Genoa in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Genoa in January?
Swimming in Genoa in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Genoa rainy in January?
Genoa is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Genoa in January?
The amount of sunny days in Genoa during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Genoa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.