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Italy · Ships call at Messina, Sicily
Cool and damp
Messina in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 57°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool and damp.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Grand Mediterranean Discovery (22 Nights)
Celestyal Cruises
Sails Dec 19, 2026
Spice Trail Sail Rome (Civitavecchia) To Athens (Piraeus)
RSSC Cruises
Sails Dec 21, 2026
Cities Of Antiquity
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 22, 2026
Mediterranean Antiquities
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 23, 2026
Iconic Mediterranean Treasures
Viking Cruises
Sails Dec 23, 2026
Ships dock at Molo Marconi, beside the city center, with Piazza del Duomo about 5 minutes’ walk away. The nearest big airport is Catania, about 62 miles away, so allow 1 to 1.5 hours by taxi.
The average high temperature in Messina during January is 57°F, with a low of 48°F.
Messina typically sees 3 days of rain in January. Cool and damp.
For a January cruise to Messina, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.