January 1 is generally a great time to visit Rome. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Rome this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: January 1 is New Year's Day in Rome, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Rome
Currency
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Language
Italian
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Driving
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Rome Weather Forecast for January 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.2°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Rome in January
Based on historical data for January 1, Rome typically experiences temperatures between 4.1°C and 12.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rome
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.5 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 99% 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
9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
New Year's Day
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
07:38
☀️ Noon
12:14
🌇 Sunset
16:50
⏱️ Daylight
9h 11m
Wind Speed
13 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
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 1 averages 12.2°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 78/100."
— 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
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13°C • 26% rain
Score
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December 26
12.7°C • 27% rain
Score
80
January 8
12.3°C • 21% rain
Score
79
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Rome Worth Visiting on January 1?
Planning a trip to Rome on January 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.2°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with New Year's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ 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 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.1°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -2.6°C in 2017.