Region in Liguria, Italy
Cinque Terre weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cinque Terre
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are best for hiking. Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; winter is quiet, with many trails and restaurants closed.
Cinque Terre weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°60 mm
- Feb12°62 mm
- Mar13°72 mm
- Apr16°64 mm
- May19°55 mm
- Jun22°40 mm
- Jul25°30 mm
- Aug25°42 mm
- Sep23°57 mm
- Oct20°98 mm
- Nov16°142 mm
- Dec13°86 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C53°F | 10°C50°F | 60 mm | 73% | Cool |
| February | 12°C53°F | 10°C49°F | 62 mm | 73% | Cool |
| March | 13°C56°F | 11°C52°F | 72 mm | 76% | Cool |
| April | 16°C60°F | 14°C56°F | 64 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 19°C65°F | 17°C62°F | 55 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 21°C69°F | 40 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 23°C74°F | 30 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| August | 25°C78°F | 24°C74°F | 42 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C73°F | 21°C70°F | 57 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C67°F | 18°C64°F | 98 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C61°F | 14°C58°F | 142 mm | 75% | Cool |
| December | 13°C56°F | 11°C52°F | 86 mm | 73% | 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) |
| Lucca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cinque Terre?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are best for hiking. Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; winter is quiet, with many trails and restaurants closed.
When is the rainy season in Cinque Terre?
Rain peaks in November with about 142 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cinque Terre?
August, with average highs of 25°C (78°F).
How cold does Cinque Terre get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 10°C (49°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.