Normal weather for Sicily in January
It's cool in January in Sicily with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
In January, there is an average of 44 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sicily in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
14°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
16°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
44 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Sicily with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 14°C, with nights close to 9°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Sicily will be around 14°C, with nights close to 9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Sicily is 14°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Sicily in January
With 24°C, Sicily hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -1°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Sicily, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Sicily
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Sicily, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Sicily.
Daily Snowfall in January in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Sicily, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Sicily, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Sicily Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Sicily, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Sicily Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Sicily, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Sicily per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Sicily, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Sicily
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sicily. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Sicily by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sicily. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
