What January feels like in Naples
For Naples, January is the heart of winter. The daytime air has a chill to it, though it is rarely bitter. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Naples in January
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 10.3 mm (0.4 in) on an average rainy day. Across the year Naples averages about 9.6 mm per rainy day, so January is typical. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in January
In mid-January, sunrise is at about 7:25 am and sunset at about 4:58 pm (local time) — 9 h 33 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 17 min more daylight than mid-December. The sun is out for roughly 73% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How January compares to the rest of the year
January is the coolest month of the year in Naples. Compared with December, afternoons are 1.3°C (2.3°F) cooler, with 8 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into February. By February, typical highs are 13.1°C (55.6°F).
Who January suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Naples in January
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Naples in January?
Expect around 12.4°C (54.3°F) in the afternoon and 6°C (42.8°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Naples in January?
It does: about 12 rainy days bring roughly 123 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Naples in January?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is January or February better for visiting Naples?
On our 12-month climate ranking, February comes out ahead (#9 of 12 vs #10).