January weather forecast
Vatican City, Vatican City

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The famous artistic St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, with the rest of the Vatican City in Rome, Italy

Weather in January

Starting the year in Vatican City sees weather characterized by quite mild temperatures with some rainfall. The overall climate remains relatively cool with a daily temperature range of 6.2°C (43.2°F) to 11.9°C (53.4°F). Deviating only slightly from these cool temperatures, the city does experience some precipitation with an average rainfall of 48mm (1.89") spread across roughly 12 days. Amid these cooler and damp conditions, the city sees 9.5 daylight hours a day on average, with a UV index of three suggesting relatively low sun intensity. Despite the rainfall, the winter in January provides atmospheric conditions opportune for experiencing the small country's impressive historical and religious sites.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 11.9°C (53.4°F) and a low of 6.2°C (43.2°F), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Vatican City, during January, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vatican City, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 561mm (22.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vatican City, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:22 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Vatican City is January, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Vatican City are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Vatican City?

Vatican City's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 11.9°C (53.4°F) to a low of 6.2°C (43.2°F).

What is the average January temperature in Vatican City?

The high-temperature in Vatican City, Vatican City, during January is 11.9°C (53.4°F) and the low-temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Vatican City?

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are most humid months in Vatican City.

What is the average humidity in January in Vatican City?

The average relative humidity in January in Vatican City is 74%.

How much does it rain in Vatican City in January?

In January, in Vatican City, Vatican City, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout January, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Vatican City?

In Vatican City, Vatican City, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Does it snow in Vatican City in January?

In Vatican City, Vatican City, in January, it doesn't snow. In February, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in January in Vatican City?

In Vatican City, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Vatican City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:22 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Vatican City?

The month with the least sunshine in Vatican City, Vatican City, is January, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Vatican City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Vatican City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Vatican City, Vatican City, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Vatican City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Vatican City, Vatican City, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
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Average temperature in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average high temperature in January: 11.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average wind speed in January: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

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Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall in January: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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