Region, Italy
Abruzzo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Abruzzo
Jun–Sep is best for hiking; Sep–Oct brings autumn colour. Dec–Mar suits skiing at Roccaraso and Campo Imperatore. Many mountain villages close outside the main seasons.
Abruzzo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°86 mm
- Feb12°67 mm
- Mar14°70 mm
- Apr17°60 mm
- May21°57 mm
- Jun25°47 mm
- Jul28°36 mm
- Aug28°37 mm
- Sep24°74 mm
- Oct20°77 mm
- Nov16°91 mm
- Dec13°86 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C53°F | 9°C48°F | 86 mm | 74% | Cool |
| February | 12°C54°F | 9°C48°F | 67 mm | 74% | Cool |
| March | 14°C57°F | 10°C51°F | 70 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 13°C55°F | 60 mm | 75% | Cool |
| May | 21°C69°F | 17°C62°F | 57 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C77°F | 21°C71°F | 47 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 36 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 37 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C76°F | 21°C69°F | 74 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C69°F | 17°C63°F | 77 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C62°F | 13°C56°F | 91 mm | 76% | Cool |
| December | 13°C56°F | 10°C51°F | 86 mm | 74% | Cool |
Best months across Italy
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Venice | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Florence | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Milan | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Amalfi Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Naples | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Lake Como | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cinque Terre | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Sicily | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Tuscany | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Positano | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sardinia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Bologna | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Verona | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Pisa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Capri | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sorrento | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Lake Garda | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (31°C) |
| Turin | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Siena | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Puglia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Dolomites | Jan–Mar, Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Taormina | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Palermo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Catania | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Bari | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Matera | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Lecce | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Genoa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Abruzzo | Jun–Jul, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Abruzzo?
Jun–Jul, Sep–Oct. Jun–Sep is best for hiking; Sep–Oct brings autumn colour. Dec–Mar suits skiing at Roccaraso and Campo Imperatore. Many mountain villages close outside the main seasons.
When is the rainy season in Abruzzo?
Rain peaks in November with about 91 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Abruzzo?
August, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).
How cold does Abruzzo get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 9°C (48°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Abruzzo Tourism
- Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park
- Trenitalia
- ASL 1 Abruzzo
- ASL Pescara
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.