What is the water temperature and weather in Italy (in different months). What is the water temperature and weather in Italy (in different months) Water temperature in Italy by month

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the weather in Italy by month in order to choose the most optimal time for yourself to visit the country of hospitality, harmony and fun.

In Italy, the climate varies greatly: for the south, where it reigns subtropical climate, characterized by warm mild winters and hot summers, and in the north with its temperate continental climate cold winter is replaced warm summer. In the mountainous regions, snow falls in winter, which lasts for quite a long time and there are even peaks from which it never leaves.

January

This month is traditional coldest of the year. Average temperature during the day in the capital of the state, Rome, it is + 10-12 ° C.

At night the thermometer drops to +4°C. There are 14 days with precipitation.

In Verona and Milan it is always colder than elsewhere: the average daytime temperature is +4°C, the night temperature is 2°C. Palermo and Naples are warmest: +14°C during the day, +11°C at night. At the same time, Naples receives the most precipitation - 101mm.

The swimming season is still far away, and the sea water temperature does not exceed +11°C, and the piercing cold winds blowing from the sea do not even make it possible to sunbathe on the coast.

January 29, 30 and 31 are known in Italy as “giornate della merla” (blackbird days), characterized by the lowest temperatures for the entire calendar year.

Arriving in Italy this month, you can go to one of the country's six ski resorts: the Dolomites, Dolimiti di Brenta, Alta Valtellina, Val d'Aosta, Val di Susa or Trento.

The weather here is ideal, and the picturesque mountain slopes are covered with snow. If there is a lack of snow, snow cannons are activated, preventing skiers from being disappointed in the correct choice.

The month is ideal for visiting famous SPA resorts

  • , which is located in the Veneto region, near Venice and Padua, and is a complex of more than 100 hotels with thermal pools and mud centers;
  • Ischia is one of the most beautiful islands of the Mediterranean, famous throughout the world as one of the natural wonders of the world with its unique thermal springs;
  • Bibione is a resort on the Venetian Riviera famous for its healing waters, where the infrastructure of the Bibione Thermae thermal SPA center is aimed at recreation for both adults and children;
  • Fiuggi is one of the most environmentally friendly cities in Europe, located in the province of Lazio, located just 70 km from Rome and famous for its centuries-old oak forests and olive groves. This is the only urological resort in Europe located at an altitude of 747 meters above sea level, surrounded by flowering fertile fields;
  • Chianciano Terme is one of the oldest thermal resorts in Europe, which is located in the Tuscany region surrounded by the Siena hills. The resort, divided into 4 main springs - Sillene, Santissima, Santa and Fucoli, was once famous for its healing properties of waters among the ancient Romans and Etruscans, and served as a place of cult rituals. These days, Chianciano is popular for its excellent diagnostic center, as well as stunning gardens, parks and clean air;
  • Montegrotto Terme is a magnificent thermal resort at the foot of the Euganean hills, located in Veneto (northern Italy), considered one of the best thermal baths in Europe, where you can undergo mud therapy and inhalation therapy.

Don't forget that Many holiday celebrations take place in Italy in January, among which the most important is Epiphany, which Italians celebrate on January 6th.

After this date, it traditionally begins in Italy - a real paradise for shopaholics.

February


Italians say about February that this month “corto e maledetto”(short and damned).

The second month of the year can be as cold as January, with heavy snowfall in the north and persistent rain in the south of the country.

But in February a slight warming is already expected.

So, in Rome the thermometer rises to +13°C during the day and drops to +4°C at night. In Verona and Milan, daytime temperatures are +7°C, night temperatures are 0°C.

The most large number Sunny and warm days are recorded annually in Palermo, where during the day +15°C, at night +11°C.

The water temperature does not exceed +10°C, which is not conducive to opening beach season even by residents from northern countries.

Still functioning ski resorts in the north of the country, where a huge amount of snow falls. The so-called "dead" tourist season» will please you with a cheap flight cost and good service at low hotel prices.

February is famous, first of all, for the large-scale celebration of Valentine's Day and the Battle of the Oranges in Ivrea. In addition to participating in the mesmerizing actions during the carnival, it is worthwhile to get acquainted with Venice itself - a city reminiscent of theatrical scenery, which has never been rebuilt, thanks to which the atmosphere of past eras reigns in it.

This city on the water has 118 islands, cut through by 160 canals, over which rise about 400 bridges.

Venice is a major cultural center where the Biennale of Contemporary Art and the international Film Festival are held. This city is closely associated with the names of such outstanding personalities, like Canaletto, Tiepolo, Tintoretto and Titian.

March


The weather in the first month of spring is very capricious. Italians say that “Marzo and pazzarello”(March is crazy).

This is due to the unpredictability of the weather, characterized by sunny and rainy days.

Depending on the region, the air temperature will vary greatly. So in the Eternal City the thermometer during the day will exceed +16°C, and at night it will not drop below +6°C.

There are a total of 13 rainy days in Rome this month.
Similar temperatures are observed in Naples and Pisa.

Genoa receives the most rainfall, although it is quite warm there, and the average daytime temperature is +14°C.

In Venice and Milan the air warms up to only +12°C, but at night the air temperature drops to +3°C.

Swimming in the sea is out of the question - the water temperature does not exceed +11-12°C.

And for those who still dream of enjoying the high-speed slopes at ski resorts, You should hurry: the season is coming to an end after the second ten days of the month.

The season of endless fun and celebrations is still ongoing. Sweet tooths are flocking to the Italian city of Turin.

It is here that the “CioccolaTò” - Chocolate Festival is held, where city guests are introduced to the history of the origins of the production of chocolate treats, and the veil of secrecy about the recipes of several outstanding Italian chocolate desserts is lifted.

Italian chocolatiers present for tastings a wide variety of chocolate varieties with all kinds of fillings. Also during the festival, residents and guests of the city will enjoy all kinds of cultural events and competitions for children. Therefore, you can safely take your kids with you.

April


In April, Italy is filled with large crowds of tourists, as this month offers pleasant temperatures for exploring many attractions.

Italians say that “Natale con i tuoi, Pasqua con chi vuoi”(Christmas should be celebrated with family, Easter with whomever you want). Therefore, during the celebration of Easter and after it, many Catholics take short holidays and travel around Italy.

In Rome, the maximum daytime temperature is +19°C, the minimum at night is +8°C and there are no more than 13 rainy days.

Similar weather is observed in Pisa, Milan and Naples.

In Rimini, Verona and Genoa, the air warms up to +17°C during the day, and the night temperature is +8°C.

Venice is somewhat cooler: +16°C during the day, +7°C at night. Florence is considered the warmest and sunniest month this month, where daytime temperatures exceed +19°C.

Swimming is still uncomfortable - the water temperature does not exceed +14°C. Rare daredevils, incl. walruses plunge into the waters of the Adriatic. But on the beaches during the day you can already see sunbathers, exposing their deadly white bodies to the gentle sun.

The most important event in the life of Italians, 99% of whose population profess Catholicism, is Easter, the date of which falls either at the end of March or at the beginning of April. Italians worshiping family traditions, go to visit family, friends or relatives.

April 25 is also celebrated as the Day of Liberation from Fascism in Italy. Military parades and festive demonstrations are held everywhere in large and small Italian towns.

This month, when you arrive in Italy, you should definitely include in your itinerary a visit to Rome - the capital of Italy, one of the most beautiful and most important cities in Europe, once the political and cultural center of the powerful Roman Empire.

Outstanding Italian masters worked on decorating Rome during the Renaissance: Bernini, Bramante, Raphael and, of course, Michelangelo himself.

Walking around the city, travelers will see the most famous sights of the city: the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, the Roman Forum (VII century BC - 1st century AD), the Forum of Trojan, Piazza Venice, Capitoline Hill, Pantheon, Piazza Colonna, Fountain Trevi and many others other.

You should definitely see Trastevere - the most picturesque area of ​​Rome, which managed to preserve the true character of the city from the early Middle Ages: ancient churches and aristocratic buildings of the 8th-14th centuries.

Rome and Florence are the hottest: +27°C during the day, +16°C at night.

In Pisa, Verona and Naples, the thermometer rises to +26°C during the day and drops to +16°C at night.

In Rimini and Venice, the air warms up to +25°C during the day, and cools down to +15°C at night.

Genoa is the “coolest” place: during the day +24°C, but at night the temperature barely drops to +18°C.

The water temperature along the entire coast of Italy exceeds +20°C, so swimming and sunbathing is very pleasant.

Coming to Italy in June means immediately “killing two birds with one stone”: having a good rest on the seaside and becoming a participant in all kinds of Italian holidays.

So, June 2 marks the Day of the Proclamation of the Republic of Italy, during which a large number of parades and fireworks are observed everywhere.

In addition, a Music Festival starts in the town of Ravello, which is located near Amalfi. Sunrises in this picturesque town surrounded by majestic mountains are filled with the magical sounds of classical music.

The Opera Festival begins in Verona, which is usually held in the famous Roman Amphitheater and continues throughout the summer.

In the Lake Garda area, the Feast of Love Knot is celebrated every year on the Visconti Bridge in Borghetto. Dinner is served for 4,000 people on the bridge.

The table is bursting with all kinds of dishes, and the end of the evening is marked by colorful fireworks. But the most important event Mediterranean coast - film festival on the island of Sicily in Taormina.

Here general public films by independent directors from different corners planets. Over the years of its existence, the film festival has been honored by the presence of such celebrities as Marlene Dietrich, Elizabeth Taylor, Robert de Niro, Sophia Loren, Audrey Hepburn, Marlon Brando, Melanie Griffith, Tom Cruise, Antonio Banderas, Monica Bellucci and many others.

July


This month is characterized sultry heat, so not many people dare to go sightseeing.

The main tourist flow rushes to the shores of the seas, where the water temperature reaches +25-26°C. On the island of Sicily, the water warms up to +24°C.

Vacationers should be careful: the rays of the scorching sun can very quickly lead to heat or sunstroke, and ice water, juices and ice cream should be taken in small doses so that the holiday goes without a sore throat.

In Rome during the day +31°C, at night +18°C. Tourists, sweltering from the heat, shamelessly splash around in the city’s fountains, the most famous of which are the Barcaccia (Boat) fountain and the Trevi fountain with a huge figure of Neptune.

In the southern regions, on the hottest days the thermometer rises to +35°C. But at the same time, Italy does not at all resemble the Sahara Desert with rare inclusions of green oases. The whole country is surrounded by blooming greenery, striking with a riot of colors. In June, luxurious asters begin to bloom.

July is rich in exciting events. So, In the Emilia Romagna region, the entire coastline is immersed in an exciting holiday called “Pink Night”. The color pink and all its shades are becoming the main attributes in the design of restaurants, cafes, shops, recreation centers and even dishes.

On July 15, Palermo celebrates the Feast of Saint Rosalia, the patroness of the city, and in Terracina, the Day of Saint Madonna Carmine, the patroness of fishermen. The Palio festival, which is a medieval horse race, takes place in Siena.

But one of the most colorful and spectacular water events of the year, undoubtedly, is the Redentore Festival, which is celebrated in Venice every third Sunday in July.

August

This month - hottest of the year. The thermometer in the southern regions can exceed +34-37°C.

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In Rome during the day from +30°C, at night the thermometer does not drop below +18°C. A total of 6 rainy days are possible. Therefore, city residents try to move to the sea or lakes, where the water temperature is +24-26°C.

Italy is famous not only for its seaside resorts, but also for the most beautiful ones, which are located near Verona and Milan, surrounded by the Alpine mountains.

The tourist season here also lasts from May to October, but the air temperature is more comfortable: throughout the tourist season it ranges from +22 to +28°C.

Holidays on the lakes of Italy

The alpine pearls of northern Italy, formed in glacial valleys, are famous today for the transparency and purity of their waters, healthy air and amazing nature.

To popular resorts Lake Garda– the largest lake in Italy, located at 65 m above sea level, include:

  • Riva del Garda,
  • Torbole,
  • Sirmione,
  • Malcesine and
  • Limone sul Garda.

Lake Maggiore- the second largest in Italy, located on the border with Switzerland and famous for the following resorts:

  • Ascona and Locarno (east coast) and
  • Intra, Stresa, Verbano (west coast).

Lake Como, which has a second name - Lario, has the following resorts:

  • Como,
  • Leccio,
  • Cernobbio,
  • Bellagio and
  • Comachina.

On Lake Garda in August there are gondola races (Flat gondolas of “Contradas”). Competitions among the best gondoliers determine the winner and end with colorful fireworks.

On August 15, when one of the favorite holidays in Italy - Ferragosto - is celebrated throughout the country, the whole country is on holiday. The whole holiday season among Italians opens with this holiday.

The streets of all coastal cities are filled with noisy companies of Italians, for whom each restaurant prepares a special menu and invites artists for musical evenings.

This holiday is the most wonderful opportunity to penetrate the mentality of Italians and understand their essence.

September


At the beginning of autumn, temperatures remain at levels characteristic of the end of August. But after the second week of September the situation changes: the temperature during the day is +24-26°C, and the water temperature in the sea, which is slowly cooling, remains at +24°C.

Refreshing gusts of wind also blow from the sea. Lovers sea ​​coasts does not become smaller, but from the second half of September, when Italian schools begin academic year, there are no longer noisy Italian schoolchildren with their no less expressive grandmothers.

In Rome during the day +27°C, at night +16°C, there are 9 rainy days.

Some resort areas close as early as September.
So, in Rimini, the northern province, after the second week of September the beaches are closed and swimming is prohibited.

But in the southern regions: Sicily, Puglia, Capri, the beach season lasts until mid-October, which is due warm water and a pleasant climate.

This month is extremely rich in holidays. On the Venetian Riviera in Lido di Jesolo on September 1, 2013 there will be a fantastic air show “Frecce Tricolory” (Tri-colored arrows) with the participation of the best Italian pilots. Directly over the Adriatic Sea, pilots will perform dizzying pirouettes.

The famous Historical Regatta takes place in Venice every year on the first Sunday of September. During the event, the city’s canals are full of colorful gondolas, stylized in the 15th century. Water transport crews dress in costumes of the same era.

September is the time for a rich harvest. By this month, bananas, grapes, chestnuts and dates ripen. Among rural Italian workers hot time- harvest time.

This month they take place

  • Pizzafest festival, where Italians enjoy eating pizza with the thinnest dough;
  • Wine Festival in Asti, where you can taste young wines and wines of several years of aging;
  • Parma Ham Festival where you can try delicious varieties ham.
  • Also this month, tourists enjoy the grand fireworks display in Recco and the regatta competition in Genoa.

October


In the second month of autumn, the number of vacationers on the coasts decreases sharply.

At the beginning of the month you can still sunbathe during the warmest hours and even swim, but after the second week the water temperature drops sharply and rarely exceeds +20°C.

Only the southern regions can please warm weather, where the temperature during the day warms up to +23-28 °C, while the northern regions are characterized by inclement weather.

In October, when going to Italy, you should definitely take warm clothes and umbrellas with you, since it rains much more than in summer. The long-awaited coolness allows you to fully implement rich and long excursion programs.

For example, you can go to Rome, whose history goes back more than 2,000 years. Sunny days are called here “ottobrate romane”. During the day in Rome it is +22°С, at night +12°С, there are a total of 12 rainy days.

You can also go to Florence - a treasury of art, whose squares, palaces, museums and temples are decorated with the immortal creations of Michelangelo, Giotto, Cellini, Giambologna and other great architects.

In Florence, the birthplace and flowering of Renaissance art, there are famous sights

  • Uffizi Gallery, which displays a rich collection of paintings;
  • Pitti Gallery, where the Royal Apartments, the Silver Museum, the Carriage Museum, etc. are located;
  • Gallery of the Academy, where sculptures are collected, as well as works by Michelangelo, incl. statue of David;
  • Church of San Lorenzo, where the Medici tomb is located;
  • Church of Santa Croce, where the tomb of many famous Italians is also located, etc.

November

There can be no talk of any beach holiday: the water temperature is +12°C, and the sea is inhospitable and frightens with its dark color. During the day the temperature throughout the country is +16°C, rarely +20°C. At night the thermometer drops to +4°C in the northern regions of the country. In the capital of Italy during the day +17°C, at night +8°C, there are 14 rainy days.

In November, some late varieties of grapes and figs ripen, as well as chestnuts, oranges and bergamot.
There are few gastronomic festivals, but you should definitely check out the White Truffle Festival and chestnut festivals.

November 1st is All Saints' Day in Italy.. Also in November, Italians celebrate the Day of National Unity, the Feast of Madonna della Salute and the Day of Protection of Black Cats.

December

In the first winter month it is really “cold”: in the south + 13-16 ° C during the day and + 4-5 ° C at night, in central Italy + 5-13 ° C, in the north + 4-5 ° C during the day and at night – 5°C. Sea water temperature +12°C.

It rains in the southern and central regions, while northern regions covered with snow. In southern Italy, tangerines, oranges and late grape varieties are ripening, so the harvest continues.

But even in winter, traveling around the country is very exciting.

Zealous Italian Catholics are preparing to celebrate many church holidays

  • December 8 – Day Immaculate Conception Blessed Virgin Mary,
  • December 25 – Christmas and
  • December 26 – St. Stephen's Day.

Traveling around the country in December you can enjoy the outdoors and interior decoration cathedrals decorated with Italian imagination and love.
On the eve of December 25, Christmas markets are held throughout the country. Also in December, Tuscany hosts the Boar Festival.

The year ends with the New Year's Eve on December 31st. The squares of Italian cities host theatrical performances, performances by musical groups, pyrotechnic shows and much more.

Temperature fluctuations in different regions of the country at the same time of year are typical big countries: for example, Russia, Canada, China and the USA. However, this list also includes Italy, despite its small size.

Weather in Italy now:

The fact is that in this country the vagaries of the weather are determined by the difference in relief, and the long extent of Italy also has an influence. However, such a variety of climate is more likely to benefit tourists, because they have the opportunity to visit the country all year round, admire beautiful nature, diverse flora and fauna, swim in the sea and simply enjoy the splendor of the architecture of such different Italian cities.

Climate of Italy by month:

Spring is the best time of the year!

But spring is rightfully considered the best time of the year. The nature of the Apennine Peninsula at this time is simply magnificent! The air temperature fluctuates between 15-20 degrees - neither hot nor cold. In addition, a variety of citrus fruits, olives, figs, pomegranates and many other trees begin to bloom. The alpine region is home to bears, deer, roe deer, chamois, and in the highlands you can find wood grouse and hazel grouse. Of course, vegetable and fauna much richer, because in the rivers alone there are many various types fish In the spring, two holidays can be celebrated: Easter and the Day of Liberation from Fascism, which in Italy is celebrated on April 25 and signifies the end of World War II.

Swimming season - summer

Summer is the traditional swimming season in Italy, because the country's shores are washed by five seas, including the Adriatic and Mediterranean Seas. The average temperature in summer fluctuates around 25-30 degrees Celsius, although in the south of the country it reaches forty when the hot wind comes from Africa. In summer in Italy, rain is a rare occurrence, so tourists often hide from the heat, for example, in hotel rooms, or take excursions on comfortable buses, fortunately there are places to go. At the very beginning of summer, Italians celebrate Republic Day (June 2). And on August 15, the summer work season ends, and Italians take long-awaited vacations.

Autumn is culinary season

Many tourists prefer to come to Italy in the fall, because the swimming season is not yet closed, and the air temperature drops to 20 degrees and below. Moreover, a sharp rise in temperature is observed in October. For example, in September, 30-degree heat is not that uncommon. Autumn is the time for culinary holidays. There are many events dedicated not only to wine, but also, for example, to chocolate and truffles. Autumn is also the time for evening walks through magnificent Italian cities with luxurious architecture. Do not forget that in Italy there are about 20 national parks with unique flora and fauna. The most popular of them are Circeo and Abruzzo. Main holiday countries at this time of year - the Council of All Saints, celebrated on the first of November.

Such a different winter...

Winter differs from other seasons in that the temperature varies greatly in different regions of Italy. And if in the lowland areas of the country the temperature remains slightly above zero, then in the Alps it drops to -15 degrees. This is the ideal time for those who prefer to ski or snowboard, enjoy steep ski slopes and difficult turns. Many people come here for active recreation. But most tourists prefer winter Italy for the reason of “shopping”. The fact is that prices fall rapidly at this time of year, and vacations become not so expensive. The main winter holiday is Christmas, celebrated on December 25th.

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The climatic conditions in the country are of Mediterranean type. Average winter temperatures are in the range from 0 °C to +12 °C, and in summer from +20 °C to +28 °C. In the southern and central parts of Italy, winter is mild, in the north it is colder.

Precipitation levels are maximum in winter. It often snows in the northern part. In summer there is little precipitation, almost all days are sunny. The mountains have a subarctic climate with low temperatures and high level precipitation.

Weather in Italy in winter

December

The last month of the year in Italy is characterized by cool weather. If in the southern part of the country the thermometer often reaches +17 C, then in the north it rarely rises to +10 C. In December the weather is dry and there are often fogs. By the end of the month, the influx of tourists to the ski resorts of Italy begins - the snow cover has already formed on them.

January

January is the coldest and wettest month in Italy. The air temperature is several degrees lower than in December; in Rome and its environs it does not exceed +10 C. Combined with frequent precipitation, this weather is clearly not suitable for walks in the eternal city. At ski resorts the temperature fluctuates around -5 C.

February

February weather in Italy is amazing. If in located northern countries The weather in February still “lets you light up” with frost and snow, then in Italy the temperature begins to rise as if it’s spring outside. The average temperature by the end of the month reaches a pleasant +15 C, which leads to intensive flowering of plants. The ski resorts of Italy are experiencing a peak influx of tourists.

Weather in Italy in spring

March

The first month of spring in Italy is ideal for excursions and sightseeing. Walk through interesting places not only in the Italian capital, but also in other places in Italy, at a temperature of almost +20 C, it makes it possible not only to enjoy visiting ancient buildings, but also to breathe in the fresh spring air. The country's ski resorts are gradually closing their doors. The water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea does not exceed +14 C – it is clearly too early to swim.

April

April – not so much comfortable month to visit Italy. The thing is that in its northern part it is still cool, but in the south you can already sunbathe - at +23 C this activity is very pleasant. But there is also a minus - the water warms up slowly and gets warmer by only 1-2 degrees. It rains periodically.

May

The last month of spring, May, in Italy is the start of the beach season. The air temperature gradually rises to +25 C, and the water temperature to +18 C (at the end of the month +20 C). It’s difficult to call these ideal resort conditions, but nevertheless, by the end of the month there are already quite a lot of vacationers on Italian beaches. Also, May weather is conducive to excursion holidays.

Weather in Italy in summer

June

A great time to visit Italy is June. Pleasant, not scorching heat and an already well-warmed sea contribute to a beach holiday. During the day, the air temperature reaches +28 C, and the water warms up to a very comfortable +23 C. June in Italy is considered one of the best for families with children.

July

Holidays in July in the south of Italy are no longer as comfortable as in June. Air heated to a temperature exceeding +30 C and warm sea ​​water(up to +25 C) are no longer refreshing and do not bring pleasure to all travelers. Best option– holiday in the northern part of the country. Here, on average, it is 5 degrees cooler.

August

If you think that Italy is hot in July, then look at what happens in August. This period is marked by maximum temperatures throughout the country, reaching their highest in the middle of the month. During the day, the thermometer exceeds +35 C in the south and +32 C in the north. In August there is a maximum influx of tourists, which affects prices in hotels in Italy.

Weather in Italy in autumn

September

In September, both a gradual decrease in air temperature and a decrease in the number of tourists vacationing at Italian resorts and beaches begin. During the day no more than +28 C, a slight breeze blows. The water temperature is +22 C. The first autumn month is pleasant for both beach holiday and for sightseeing.

October

October ends in Italy velvet season, which began in September. The air temperature does not exceed +22 C, and the water cools down to +19 C, which is a clear signal about the end of the beach season. In the mountainous regions of the country it becomes very cool - up to +5 C during the day. Winds along the entire coast of the country tend to increase.

November

Autumn is coming into its own 100%. During the day in November the air warms up to no more than 18 C, and then in the south. In the north it is 5-7 degrees cooler. We are not talking about swimming at sea - 15 degree water inspires not many people to swim.

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There are three types of climate in Italy: temperate and subtropical Mediterranean.
In the north of Italy, on the Padanian Plain, the climate is transitional from subtropical to temperate - hot summers (July from +22°C to +24°C) and cold, foggy winters (January - about 0°C).

The climate of the island part of Italy is Mediterranean, with clear blue skies 2/3 of the year, hot and dry summers (+26°C in July), and warm and mild winters (from +8°C to +10°C in January). Snow falls extremely rarely, with the exception of the mountainous regions of the Alps, where it lies at altitudes of more than 1500 m for up to 200 days a year.
In the south of the peninsula, dry, hot winds from the Sahara - "sirocco" - blow from March to October. During this period, the temperature rises to +35°C.

Subtropical Mediterranean. Maximum precipitation is observed in winter; in summer precipitation is relatively rare. In general, the climate is characterized by very long and hot summers and mild, rainy winters. Frosts and snowfalls are rare even in winter, and in summer temperatures can exceed 40 degrees.

Venice- a southern city, lies approximately at the latitude of Crimea and Krasnodar region. Venice is characterized by long, hot summers with an average temperature of approximately 23 degrees in July (most warm month), and mild winters (the average temperature in January is +2.5 degrees). In winter there are sometimes frosts and snowfalls. The air has high humidity. Venice often experiences thunderstorms with heavy rain.

Climate in Florence- Mediterranean, summers are hot and dry (in July +26 C), and winters are warm and mild (up to +10 C in January), the sun shines most days of the year. Snow falls extremely rarely, except in mountainous areas.

For Milan characterized by a humid subtropical climate with some continental characteristics, typical of the inland plains of northern Italy with hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters, in contrast to the Mediterranean climate of southern Italy. The average temperature in the city center is from -3 to +4 °C in January and from 19 to 30 °C in July. Snowfalls are quite common in winter period, although in the last 15-20 years they have become less common. Humidity is quite high throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is about 1000 mm. The city is often shrouded in fog.

Climate of Sicily- typically Mediterranean, with hot summers and short mild winters. The number of sunshine hours on average reaches 2500 per year, while in continental Italy - 2000, and in the south of France - 1800. Light precipitation falls mainly in winter months- from October to March. Maximum temperature recorded in July and August - on average +26 °C, and the minimum from +10° to +14 °C - in December and February. The water temperature fluctuates between +16 °C in winter and +27 °C in summer. Climate of Sicily mild, with a noticeable temperature difference between the coast and the interior of the island. The rains here are rarely plentiful, sometimes not for months.
Best time to visit:
You can go to Italy all year round, choosing the time depending on the purpose of the trip: in winter - on alpine skiing, relax at sea in the summer, and go on excursion tours in the spring and autumn. Early January is sales time, the best time for shopping.

Average monthly air temperature

Jan. Feb. March Apr. May June July Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
Genoa 8 9 11.5 14 18 22 24 24 23 18 14.5 9.5
Milan 12 13 15 18 21 25 27 27 25 20 16 13
Venice 8 11 15 18 21 27 30 29 25 18 13 9
Rimini 15 16 18 20 23 26 28 29 27 23 19 16
Florence 16 17 19 21 24 28 31 31 29 24 20 17
Rome 15 16 18 20 22 26 28 29 27 23 19 16
Naples 16 17 18 20 23 27 29 29 27 23 20 17

Due to its elongated shape, the “Italian boot” fits into several climatic zones. Mediterranean zone considered the hottest. It includes the coastal areas of the south, the large islands of Sicily and Sardinia. Here short winter(January - first half of February) with frequent rains and rare snow. The temperature does not fall below zero: during the day the air and water temperature is +14°C. Summer lasts from May to October and is characterized by dry, hot weather, air temperature +30°C, water temperature +25°C. The off-season is rainy, air temperature +16°C, water temperature +14°C.

Adriatic zone– eastern Italy with access to the Adriatic coast, the territory from Trieste to Molise. Only coastal areas fall into this zone, since they are separated from the continent by the Apennine Mountains. There are cold winters, high humidity, strong easterly winds. In summer the thermometer can reach +35°C.

On the West Coast(Tuscany, Lazio, islands) soft and warm winter, rainy autumn, hot summer, in some areas of Liguria high humidity.

The interior of the peninsula has a continental climate. These are steppes, forests, meadows in the territories of Lombardy and Veneto. The winter is long high nebula and humidity make this area not the most popular in winter time. In summer it is hot and stuffy, which is very reminiscent of the Turkish coast in the Antalya region.

Alpine zone- This long winter and short summer. It rains constantly here, and in sub-zero weather there is snow, especially in the mountains. In summer, the temperature in the mountains may not rise above +13°C. In winter, the average temperature in the Bolzano region is -12°C. But in places where there is large lakes, the climate is softening, so here you can find citrus fruits, olive trees and even palm trees. For example, near Lake Garda.

The zone from Liguria to Calabria is determined by Apennine climate. Along the Apennines harsh winters, hot summers, snowy winters, and a lot of rainfall in the off-season.

Weather in Italy

Thanks to its north-south location, the Italian climate is suitable for many types of holidays. In the highlands, snow can lie all year round, at the foot of hot weather, you can sunbathe.

Roast dry summer, wet and mild winters are typical for most of the country. A special feature of the local climate is dry winds from March to October, which bring sudden warming up to +35°C and unpleasant dust, so it’s a good idea to bring neck scarves or pareos to protect your face.

A Mediterranean climate with mild winters and dry but hot summers characterizes most of Italy. Sicily It is considered the warmest place, where even in winter, at an average temperature of +15°C, there can be several days of sunbathing. The sea is the coldest in the area Venice +10°C in February, the warmest is off the coast of the island Capri And Sorrento in August +27°C. More precipitation falls from October to March, with minimum rainfall in June-August.

Tourist seasons in Italy

Ski season(second half of December-March). Permanent snow cover can be established at the end of November and in January, it depends on the altitude of the resort. IN Cervinia (above 2 thousand m) the season lasts until May, in Val di Fiemme (above 1 thousand m) until mid-March.

Excursion season(all year round, but the best time is April-May, October-November). Half of Italian cities are historical and architectural monuments (Rome, Florence, Naples, Pisa, Venice). Most of the attractions are in the open air, so it is better to explore them at any time, except in summer, when it is hot and you have to stand in lines at the entrance to each of them. The island part of Italy is also best explored in the off-season.

Important! There are two mini-states in Italy San Marino and Vatican, therefore, when you come to Italy, you can visit them too.

Beach season(late April–mid October). Beach holidays are available on the continental and island parts of the country. Swimming season starts in May and lasts until November; it lasts the longest on the islands of Capri, Sicily, and Ischia.

Important! When choosing a vacation spot on the islands, you need to take into account the mountainous terrain and almost complete absence wide beaches.

Velvet season(September–October). The water is heated to +23°C and cools slowly, the heat gives way to warm, pleasant weather +26°C, the sea breeze brings coolness, which is why lovers come to Italy relaxing holiday, pensioners.

Season of discounts(January-February, July-August). This is the time for shopping tourism in order to purchase high-quality branded items at a discount of up to 80%. Sale centers are Rimini and Milan, where in addition to hundreds of brand boutiques you can go to fashion shows.

What to take with you to Italy

In the summer, when going to Italy, you need to take a standard set of things: several swimsuits, a hat, beach, excursion and formal shoes (the latter will come in handy if you decide to visit a restaurant, nightclub, fashionable disco, fashion show), light clothes with long sleeves to protect body from the scorching sun. Despite the fact that the probability of freezing at night is almost zero, there are cases of sudden cold weather, so a sweater and warm trousers will not be superfluous. Also, don’t forget about sunscreen, glasses and a pareo.

In winter, warm clothing and waterproof shoes will be necessary, as it may snow in the mountains and rain in the rest of the area. Strong winds in coastal areas make it necessary to have a down jacket with a hood or a hat. At ski resorts, you may need sunscreen, since the sun is often in the mountains, and the reflection of rays from the snow creates good conditions for tanning.

In the off-season you will have to take more things, because you need to be prepared for both the scorching sun and real winter! Therefore, T-shirts in a suitcase should be adjacent to hats.

If you are traveling to Italy at the end of summer or winter, remember that at this time all malls... shopping centers and boutiques during the discount season, you can buy branded clothes and shoes for any occasion at an affordable price.

Weather by month

January

In northern Italy during the day +5°C, in the center +13°C, in the south +16°C. The warmest region is Sicily with +14°C. Water temperature +15°C. You can swim in the lap of nature only in Ischia, where the number of springs and geysers make the water near the sea shore warmer. There are almost no sunny days in January; precipitation occurs frequently, especially in the south. The south is characterized by fogs and cold winds, and the sea is stormy.

February

Heavy rains are typical for the southern regions and Rome. Yasnykh sunny days becomes higher, the air temperature in the north is + 5°C, in the central part + 13°C, in the south + 16°C. High humidity and chilly wind throughout the entire territory, with the exception of the south. The Adriatic Sea cooled to +9°C, the Ligurian Sea to +15°C. In coastal cities, strong winds cause rough seas. In the Alps the weather is sub-zero even during the day, and the snow provides a stable covering for full-fledged work ski resorts.

March

An unstable month when the temperature can change sharply towards colder or warmer temperatures. The average temperature is +20°C, although it can drop to zero, so you need to bring clothes with you for all occasions. Quantity it's raining as it wanes, there are more clear days, and the sea calms down and becomes clean and transparent.

In Sestriere during the day it’s +4°C, the snow melts, skiing becomes uncomfortable. In Val di Fassa it sometimes warms up to +14°C, the snow melts quickly and ski resorts begin to close. The Adriatic Sea remains the coldest +12°C. In Venice +12°C during the day +4°C at night.

April

At the end of the month you can go to the south of Italy to sunbathe and swim, although at night you may need a warm jacket. In Rome and Florence + 18°C, in Rimini, Venice and Turin + 16°C. The water off the coast of Ischia is + 16°C, in the northern resorts + 14°C.

Dry and sunny weather persists for most of the month, which encourages vigorous growth of greenery and tourism activity. In mountainous areas, the temperature can drop to below zero, the snow cover gradually melts, so you can only come to the mountains to breathe the air and admire the green meadows.

May

In the southern regions the air can warm up to +28°C, the average temperature on the Mediterranean islands is +24°C. The water is cool +18°C. At night it can be cold in Capri and Ischia +12°C. The continental south is less prone to rain than the islands.

21°C during the day, +12°C at night in the north of the country. The water in the Adriatic Sea is +17°C, so Venice and Rimini are often visited for excursion purposes. The coldest weather off the coast of the Ligurian Sea in Genoa, Livorno and La Spezia is +20°C, in Milan +23°C, it often rains.

June

Daytime +26°C and nighttime +16°C make June the most successful for beach excursion holidays. It can be cloudy occasionally in Milan and Rimini. In the south, +28°C during the day, +18°C at night, the water is heated to +22°C, which contributes to the influx of parents with small children and extreme sports enthusiasts who are partial to parasailing, windsurfing and diving. In Genoa and San Remo +24°C, in Rimini and Venice +25°C. Cool sea breezes and rare rains make a beach holiday ideal.

July

In Rome it is hot, stuffy and there is no wind. On the beaches of Rimini +27°С – air, +26°С – water. At night the thermometer does not drop below +20°C, so warm clothes will not be needed. In July there is no rain in the south; maximum precipitation will fall in the Milan area. In the central regions +32°C, in the northern regions +28°C and at night it can get colder to +17°C.

August

The hottest month forces even local residents to go on vacation. The average air temperature is +32°C, water temperature is +26°C. The best time for a beach holiday and the worst for an excursion if the cities are not located on the seashore. It is better to exclude trips to Pisa, Florence, Rome. The exception is the alpine region, where the mountains are not hot, and forests, lakes and waterfalls contribute to a pleasant pastime. On the southern islands of the Ligurian Sea you can heal at thermal springs and in volcanic mud. In Capri, Sicily, Ischia +34°C the sky is clear, it rains no more than 1 day a month. Good time for cruises. Rimini becomes a place of pilgrimage for shopping lovers who, in between shopping trips, relax on the beaches.

September

The average air temperature is +26°C, water temperature is +23°C – the best time for a beach holiday on the shores of the Ligurian Sea. It's hot in the south +28°C. The beaches of the Ligurian Riviera have a comfortable +24°C. In Venice the weather is the same, only cloudy days more and it rains more often. It is better to go to Florence, Verona and Pisa at the end of the month, when the thermometer drops to +26°C.

October

It’s not hot anymore, you can swim and sunbathe on the islands, only in the evening you may need light windbreakers. Frequent rains are typical for all regions, there are fewer sunny days, and this is the best time for excursions and gastronomic tours. In Rimini during the day +19°C, at night +10°C. In Genoa, San Remo +20°C, water temperature +19°C. In mountainous areas +10°C and rainy. The weather is favorable for excursions to Florence, Rome and Milan, where +22°C.

November

Cloudy skies and rain are typical for all regions, with the exception of the south, where you can see the sun more often and periodically you can walk in light sweaters. Temperatures can reach up to +18°C, so there are still people on the beaches. The water is warm +20°C, but the winds and waves do not allow full swimming. In Sicily it rains less frequently than in mainland Italy. In the central part +16°C, at night +7°C. In Milan, Rimini, Turin +12°C during the day, +5°C at night. In the alpine regions +7°C during the day, at night the thermometer drops to zero. The fallen snow melts quickly. In Lombardy during the day +1°C, at night -4°C.

December

It's cold and damp in northern regions. In Sestriere, the temperature during the day does not rise above zero. In Turin during the day +5°C. In the south +15°C, there are short periods of rain. You can only swim in the thermal springs of Ischia. On the coast of the Ligurian and Adriatic seas it is uncomfortable - cold wind, dampness, waves. Snow cover is established in the mountains, so you can come to Italy not only to celebrate New Year, but also to conquer mountain trails.

Weather in cities and resorts by month

Rome

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 12 13 15 18 23 27 30 31 27 21 16 13
Average minimum, °C 3 4 5 8 12 15 18 18 15 11 7 4
Weather in Rome by month

Bari

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 13 13 15 18 23 27 29 29 26 22 17 14
Average minimum, °C 5 5 6 9 13 17 19 19 16 13 9 6
Weather in Bari by month

Bologna

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 5 8 14 18 23 27 30 30 25 19 11 7
Average minimum, °C -2 1 4 7 12 16 19 18 15 10 4 0
Weather in Bologna by month

Venice

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 7 9 13 16 22 25 28 28 24 18 12 7
Average minimum, °C -0 1 4 8 13 16 18 18 14 10 4 1
Weather in Venice by month

Verona

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 6 9 13 17 23 26 29 29 24 18 11 7
Average minimum, °C -1 0 3 7 12 15 18 18 14 9 3 -0
Weather in Verona by month

Vicenza

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 7 9 14 17 23 26 29 29 24 18 12 8
Average minimum, °C -1 -0 3 7 12 16 18 17 14 9 3 -0
Weather in Vicenza by month

Genoa

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 12 12 15 17 21 24 27 28 24 20 15 13
Average minimum, °C 6 6 8 11 14 18 21 21 18 14 9 7
Rains, mm 102 74 82 88 72 58 24 69 136 171 109 93
Weather in Genoa by month

Milan

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 6 9 14 17 22 26 29 29 24 18 11 6
Average minimum, °C -1 0 4 7 12 15 18 18 14 9 4 0
Weather in Milan by month

Naples

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 13 14 16 18 23 27 30 30 27 22 17 14
Average minimum, °C 4 5 6 8 13 16 19 19 16 12 8 6
Weather in Naples by month

Padua

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 6 9 13 18 22 26 28 28 25 19 12 7
Average minimum, °C -1 1 4 7 12 15 18 17 14 9 4 -0
Padua weather by month

Palermo

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 15 15 16 19 23 27 30 31 28 24 19 16
Average minimum, °C 9 9 10 11 15 19 22 23 20 17 13 10
Weather in Palermo by month

Pisa

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average maximum, °C 11 13 15 18 22 26 29 30 26 21 15 12
Average minimum, °C 2 3 4 7 11 14 17 17 14 11 6 3