What is the weather like in Lecce in January?

Expect temperatures between 7°C and 13°C with 20% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Lecce in January?

Lecce in January scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Lecce in January?

January in Lecce is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Lecce Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

7°C

Coolest around day 25

Rainy Days

5days

20% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Lecce

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Italian

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Driving

Right side

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As of June 2022, Lecce has 4G with Iliad...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.643

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Italy. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Italy.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Italy.If rabies exposures occur while in Italy, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Lecce?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(64/100)

Short Answer

January delivers Lecce's best weather - 13°C days, rare rain (20%), and comfortable 77% humidity. Book accommodation early as this is well-known as an excellent period.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 84/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Lecce in January averages 13°C with 20% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Lecce in January

What are the temperatures in Lecce in January?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 7°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Lecce in January?

Expect around 5 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Lecce in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in Lecce?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Lecce Weather in January

Lecce January Weather Calendar