January 15 is generally a great time to visit Rome. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. Rome is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Rome
Currency
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Language
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Rome Weather Forecast for January 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.9°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Rome in January
Based on historical data for January 15, Rome typically experiences temperatures between 2.9°C and 11.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rome
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.6 hPa
High volatility
Rome Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Italy
Flight Traffic
Busy
65/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~356
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Rome
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:36
☀️ Noon
12:20
🌇 Sunset
17:04
⏱️ Daylight
9h 27m
Wind Speed
11.3 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Rome
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Rome on January 15 averages 11.9°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 76/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Rome Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 11
12°C • 15% rain
Score
83
January 12
11.9°C • 11% rain
Score
83
January 13
11.8°C • 12% rain
Score
82
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Rome Worth Visiting on January 15?
Planning a trip to Rome on January 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.9°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 356 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 14.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -1.5°C in 2017.