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Catania in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Catania in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Catania, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Catania in January 2025

OK Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Catania in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +15°C during the day and approximately 11 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 11 rainy days in the month and around 65 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Catania;

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+23°C
Max.
65 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Catania has OK weather in January.

Average temperature in Catania in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Catania for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +19°C during the day to a minimum of +4°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +16°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +18°C to +16°C.

Is Catania warm or cold in January?

Catania is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +17°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +8°C to +7°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Catania, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Catania in January

Water in Catania in January is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +16°C, with an average of +15°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.

The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Catania are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Catania in January?

We would not recommend swimming in Catania in January, the water is very cold (+15°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°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 Catania in January

Catania weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+17°C+15°C+16°C
Min. temperature
-2°C-3°C-1°C
Max. temperature
+25°C+23°C+25°C
Rainfall
56 mm65 mm52 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C+15°C+15°C
Humidity
77%76%74%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
101110
Cloudy days
888
Rainy days
101110
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as ok as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +17°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +15°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 56 mm to 65 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 10 to 11.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in February as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Catania in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Catania is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Catania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 52 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. January is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
January is one of the rainiest months in Catania, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Catania wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Catania?

This is the weather in Catania in January 2023:
1 January
🌫️
+18°C
2 January
🌫️
+18°C
3 January
☀️
+18°C
4 January
☀️
+18°C
5 January
☀️
+18°C
6 January
☀️
+19°C
7 January
🌫️
+18°C
8 January
☀️
+19°C
9 January
☁️
+19°C
10 January
☀️
+15°C
11 January
☀️
+17°C
12 January
☀️
+18°C
13 January
☀️
+17°C
14 January
☀️
+18°C
15 January
☀️
+18°C
16 January
☀️
+18°C
17 January
☀️
+19°C
18 January
🌫️
+19°C
19 January
🌫️
+13°C
20 January
☀️
+14°C
21 January
☀️
+13°C
22 January
🌧️
+9°C
23 January
☀️
+12°C
24 January
☀️
+13°C
25 January
☁️
+14°C
26 January
☀️
+13°C
27 January
☁️
+14°C
28 January
🌧️
+12°C
29 January
☁️
+13°C
30 January
☀️
+15°C
31 January
☁️
+16°C
In January 2023 Catania had 19 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Catania climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Catania in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+21°C) and the highest in 1990 (+24°C). The driest year was 1981 with only 132 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1675 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Catania in January:

Is January a good time to visit Catania?

It’s always a good time to visit Catania, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Catania in January?

January has mild temperatures in Catania. 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 Catania in January?

Swimming in Catania in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Catania rainy in January?

Catania 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 Catania in January?

The amount of sunny days in Catania during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Catania

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Catania, 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.