Are you considering a trip to Naples in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +55°F and about 9 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 13 rainy days and 123 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 Naples;
Average weather
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+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+70°F
Max.
123 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Naples has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Naples in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Naples for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in January is +57°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +64°F during the day and a minimum of +37°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +57°F.
Is Naples warm or cold in January?
Naples is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +57°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +46°F to +43°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Naples, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Naples in January
Water in Naples in January is Cold. It varies from +56°F to +61°F, with an average of +58°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +55°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Naples are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +57°F.
Can you swim in Naples in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Naples in January, the water is very cold (+58°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 Naples in January
Naples weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+57°F
+55°F
+55°F
Min. temperature
+25°F
+23°F
+25°F
Max. temperature
+72°F
+70°F
+73°F
Rainfall
142 mm
123 mm
100 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+58°F
+57°F
Humidity
74%
73%
71%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
10
9
9
Cloudy days
5
6
5
Rainy days
14
13
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +57°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +55°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 142 mm to 123 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in December to 9 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Naples in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 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 Naples is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Naples based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 543 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 94 mm, which is considered heavy rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 19 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:
Naples wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 202 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 11 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Naples?
This is the weather in Naples in January 2023:
1 January
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+64°F
2 January
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+62°F
3 January
☁️
+64°F
4 January
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+63°F
5 January
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+61°F
6 January
☀️
+62°F
7 January
☀️
+63°F
8 January
☁️
+61°F
9 January
🌧️
+59°F
10 January
☀️
+55°F
11 January
☀️
+59°F
12 January
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+59°F
13 January
☀️
+57°F
14 January
☀️
+61°F
15 January
☁️
+58°F
16 January
🌧️
+58°F
17 January
🌧️
+60°F
18 January
🌧️
+58°F
19 January
🌧️
+55°F
20 January
🌧️
+46°F
21 January
🌧️
+45°F
22 January
🌧️
+49°F
23 January
🌧️
+49°F
24 January
☀️
+57°F
25 January
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+53°F
26 January
🌧️
+52°F
27 January
☁️
+53°F
28 January
☁️
+52°F
29 January
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+53°F
30 January
☀️
+52°F
31 January
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+56°F
In January 2023 Naples had 14 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +57°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +45°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Naples climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Naples in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+64°F) and the highest in 2018 (+72°F). The driest year was 1983 with only 596 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3024 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Naples in January:
Is January a good time to visit Naples?
January is a really good time to go to Naples. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Naples.
Can you sunbathe in Naples in January?
January has mild temperatures in Naples. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Naples in January?
Swimming in Naples in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Naples rainy in January?
Naples 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 Naples in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Naples in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Naples, 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.