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Italy · Ships call at Palermo, Sicily
Cool, the rainy season
Palermo in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 59°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, the rainy season.
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.
Western Mediterranean from Civitavecchia | Rome
Costa Cruises
Sails Dec 25, 2026
Western Mediterranean from Barcelona
Costa Cruises
Sails Dec 25, 2026
Western Mediterranean from Marseilles
Costa Cruises
Sails Dec 26, 2026
Western Mediterranean from Savona
Costa Cruises
Sails Dec 26, 2026
Western Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Dec 26, 2026
Western Mediterranean from Marseilles
Costa Cruises
Sails Dec 27, 2026
Ships use the Molo Vittorio Veneto and nearby berths in the port of Palermo, about 1 km from the historic center. Palermo Airport is about 20 miles west, 30 to 40 minutes by taxi.
The average high temperature in Palermo during January is 59°F, with a low of 46°F.
Palermo typically sees 3 days of rain in January. Cool, the rainy season.
For a January cruise to Palermo, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.