Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for January
| Metric | Munich | Florence | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 3°C (37°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Florence |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -4°C (25°F) | 2°C (36°F)▲ | Florence |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 10 days▲ | Florence |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 64 mm▲ | 67 mm | Munich |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 5h/day | 6h/day▲ | Florence |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h | 12 km/h▲ | Florence |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Florence edges ahead as the better destination in January. Florence offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Munich sees 5 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Munich is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Florence is cooler at 9°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Florence is the stronger choice in January. Florence receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Munich reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Florence averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.
Munich receives approximately 64 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Florence sees 67 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Florence the drier option by 2 rain days and 3 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 3°C, lows of -4°C, 12 rain days
Highs of 9°C, lows of 2°C, 10 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during January.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. January is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Munich | Florence | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | 9°C | 10d |
| Feb | 5°C | 10d | 11°C | 10d |
| Mar | 9°C | 13d | 14°C | 10d |
| Apr | 14°C | 12d | 18°C | 12d |
| May | 18°C | 15d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jun | 21°C | 15d | 27°C | 7d |
| Jul | 23°C | 15d | 30°C | 4d |
| Aug | 23°C | 13d | 30°C | 5d |
| Sep | 18°C | 12d | 25°C | 9d |
| Oct | 14°C | 11d | 19°C | 12d |
| Nov | 8°C | 11d | 14°C | 13d |
| Dec | 4°C | 13d | 10°C | 12d |
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