City in Liguria, Italy
Genoa weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Genoa
April–June and September–October are mild and clear. July–August is warm and humid; autumn brings heavy rain and flood alerts.
Genoa weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan10°56 mm
- Feb11°60 mm
- Mar15°71 mm
- Apr18°70 mm
- May22°67 mm
- Jun27°47 mm
- Jul31°34 mm
- Aug30°49 mm
- Sep26°61 mm
- Oct21°97 mm
- Nov15°145 mm
- Dec10°79 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C49°F | 3°C38°F | 56 mm | 84% | Cold |
| February | 11°C51°F | 4°C39°F | 60 mm | 82% | Cold |
| March | 15°C58°F | 7°C44°F | 71 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 10°C50°F | 70 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C72°F | 14°C57°F | 67 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 18°C65°F | 47 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| July | 31°C87°F | 21°C69°F | 34 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 21°C69°F | 49 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C79°F | 17°C62°F | 61 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 13°C55°F | 97 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 15°C58°F | 8°C47°F | 145 mm | 84% | Cool |
| December | 10°C51°F | 4°C40°F | 79 mm | 84% | 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 Genoa?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are mild and clear. July–August is warm and humid; autumn brings heavy rain and flood alerts.
When is the rainy season in Genoa?
Rain peaks in November with about 145 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Genoa?
July, with average highs of 31°C (87°F).
How cold does Genoa get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 3°C (38°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- AMT Genova (public transport)
- Genoa Airport
- Comune di Genova
- Ospedale Policlinico San Martino
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 2.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.