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Visiting Palermo, Italy in January

The weather in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February. January has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 44.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.3 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Palermo.

January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Palermo for prolonged periods of time. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Consider visiting Palermo in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Palermo in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Palermo.

January has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 44.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.3 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Palermo in January?

Probably not, January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Palermo for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 17°C (63°F).

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Palermo?

No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Palermo.

January has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 44.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.3 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Palermo. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Palermo for prolonged periods of time.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Palermo warm in January?

No, Palermo is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Palermo in January is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (56°) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Palermo in January is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Palermo in January?

The average day light hours per day in Palermo in January are 9.8. The sunshine percentage is 44.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Palermo in January

The weather in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February. The average maximum temperature in Palermo in January is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (56°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Palermo in January is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Palermo in January is 7°C (45°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Palermo in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into February. During January the average day light hours are 9.8 per day in Palermo. The sunshine percentage is 44.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.3 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Palermo in January is typically 2.3 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Palermo in January

The average sea water temperature in Palermo in January is 17.1°C (62.8°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in Palermo in January

January weather is slightly drier than the previous month. January has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into February. The average total rainfall in Palermo in January is 3.2cm (1.3inches) and on average there are 13.9 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Palermo in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Palermo in January is 8°C (46°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 7°C (7°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Palermo in January is typically 89.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.1% in the previous month and 88.8% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Palermo in January is typically 76.2%. The average relative humidity is 72.7% in the previous month and 72.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Palermo in January

The average maximum wind speed in Palermo in January is typically 26KM/H (16MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 25KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Palermo in January is typically 14KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 14KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Palermo in January is from the West.

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