City in Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Bologna weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bologna
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and bright. July–August is hot and humid, and many places close mid-August; winter fog is damp and cold.
Bologna weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°41 mm
- Feb10°58 mm
- Mar14°54 mm
- Apr19°52 mm
- May24°62 mm
- Jun30°50 mm
- Jul34°39 mm
- Aug33°39 mm
- Sep26°58 mm
- Oct21°74 mm
- Nov14°82 mm
- Dec9°48 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C47°F | 0°C33°F | 41 mm | 87% | Cold |
| February | 10°C50°F | 1°C34°F | 58 mm | 83% | Cold |
| March | 14°C58°F | 4°C40°F | 54 mm | 77% | Cool |
| April | 19°C66°F | 8°C47°F | 52 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 13°C55°F | 62 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C86°F | 18°C64°F | 50 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| July | 34°C92°F | 20°C69°F | 39 mm | 51% | Hot |
| August | 33°C91°F | 20°C68°F | 39 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C80°F | 15°C59°F | 58 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 10°C51°F | 74 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 14°C57°F | 6°C42°F | 82 mm | 86% | Cool |
| December | 9°C48°F | 1°C35°F | 48 mm | 87% | Cold |
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) |
| Lucca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bologna?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and bright. July–August is hot and humid, and many places close mid-August; winter fog is damp and cold.
When is the rainy season in Bologna?
Rain peaks in November with about 82 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bologna?
July, with average highs of 34°C (92°F).
How cold does Bologna get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (33°F).
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Sources
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 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.