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Lake Como in January

Quiet and misty

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

January is one of the weakest months in Lake Como.

January is the quietest month by the lake. Many hotels and restaurants are closed, but towns such as Como and Lecco stay lively.

5.2/10 overall-2–6°CVery Low crowds€€
Weather3/10
Crowds9/10
Prices€€
Events2/10

January in detail

What January actually feels like

Weather
-2–6°C
Cold and often foggy, with clear spells and snow on the mountains.
Crowds
Very Low
Among the quietest periods of the year; sights and restaurants are easy to get into.
Prices
€€
Good-value hotel rates.

+Calm lake, empty promenades and low prices.

–Cold, and many hotels and ferries are reduced.

My tip for January

Base yourself in Como or Lecco for year-round services.

  • Quiet stay
  • Mountain views

How January compares

Against the other eleven months

11th of 12 overall in Lake Como, 11th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. It is the emptiest month of the year; and it's also the best value.

See all twelve months for Lake Como

Plan around

What’s on in Lake Como in January

Seasonal closures

November–March

Many hotels, villas and ferries reduce or stop service.

Not set on January?

Months I'd choose over January

Weather

Weather in Lake Como in January

In January Lake Como averages a high of 6°C (43°F) and a low of -2°C (28°F), with about 79 mm of rain or snow over 9 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 6°C); the wettest month is May.

Average high
6°C
43°F
Average low
-2°C
28°F
Precipitation
79 mm
Wet days
9

Climate data: Published climate normals. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Lake Como in January: the questions people ask

Is January a good time to visit Lake Como?
January is one of the weakest months in Lake Como. It ranks 11 of 12 months in Lake Como overall (11 for weather, 1 for space, 1 for value). The main upside: Calm lake, empty promenades and low prices. The main downside: Cold, and many hotels and ferries are reduced.
What is the weather like in Lake Como in January?
Average highs are around 6°C and lows around -2°C. Expect about 79 mm of rain or snow over roughly 9 wet days. Cold and often foggy, with clear spells and snow on the mountains. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 6°C).
Is Lake Como crowded in January?
Crowds are very low. Among the quietest periods of the year; sights and restaurants are easy to get into. January is the quietest month of the year.
How expensive is Lake Como in January?
Prices are at level 2 of 5 (€€). Good-value hotel rates. January is also the best-value month.
When is the best time to visit Lake Como?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, September is the best month overall (January ranks 11 of 12). The quietest month is January and the best value is January.

Still going to Lake Como in January?

Book early and plan around the busiest hours — cold, and many hotels and ferries are reduced.

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