What’s the climate like in Italy?
The current climate in Italy features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 13°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 4°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Italy in recent years was 40°C in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 2°C in February 2018.
On average, Italy gets 529 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 3,8 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Italy is based on weather data from Rome. Other places, like Tuscany, Sicily or Lake Garda, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Italy to get the full picture of the climate.
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Best time to visit Italy?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Italy is April through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Italy. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Italy
The climate table of Italy shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 22°C
- Highest temperature: 32°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 13°C in January
- Precipitation*: 529 mm per year, averaging 44 mm per month
- Snowfall: 3,8 cm per year
- Driest months: 9,6 mm in July, 17 mm in August and 35 mm in October
- Wettest months: 81 mm in November, 63 mm in December and 62 mm in February
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Italy
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Italy
This graph shows how much rainfall Italy gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Italy
This graph shows how much snow Italy gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Italy
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Italy. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Italy
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Italy. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Italy
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Italy over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Italy
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Italy over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Best Time to Visit Italy
Italy's topography and unique shape mean that the weather can vary greatly from region to region. The Alps and the Dolomites in the north have a major influence on the climate. Because of the length of the country, there is much difference between the climate in the north and south of the country.
For most travelers looking for sunshine, warm days and few crowds, the best time to visit Italy is spring or early fall. This period is cooler and less crowded than the hot summer months in between. You can then explore the north and south, the cities, the coast and the mountains in comfort.
Scorching heat in summer
The heat in July and August can be debilitating, especially in the south, where temperatures easily go over 80°F every day. From October onwards, the summer heat subsides, the grape harvest is in full swing, and the cities are quieter for sightseeing.
Going between November and April can be quite more affordable, but the weather during this time is likely to be wet and cold, especially in the north. Although it is low season and some attractions have limited opening hours, it is still a good time to explore many of the country's historic sites.
Italy is such an incredibly beautiful country to visit that it doesn't matter when you visit. You'll always have great memories there and plan your return to see even more.
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Average weather in Italy by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Italy. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
