Region in Lombardy, Italy
Lake Como weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lake Como
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct have mild weather and open ferries. Jul–Aug is busy and humid; Nov–Mar is quiet, with many hotels closed.
Lake Como weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°57 mm
- Feb8°63 mm
- Mar13°72 mm
- Apr17°105 mm
- May22°140 mm
- Jun26°123 mm
- Jul28°111 mm
- Aug27°130 mm
- Sep23°105 mm
- Oct18°116 mm
- Nov12°149 mm
- Dec8°78 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | -1°C31°F | 57 mm | 76% | Cold |
| February | 8°C47°F | 1°C33°F | 63 mm | 76% | Cold |
| March | 13°C55°F | 5°C40°F | 72 mm | 74% | Cool |
| April | 17°C63°F | 9°C48°F | 105 mm | 74% | Cool |
| May | 22°C71°F | 13°C56°F | 140 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C78°F | 18°C65°F | 123 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C82°F | 20°C68°F | 111 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C81°F | 20°C67°F | 130 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C74°F | 15°C59°F | 105 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C65°F | 11°C51°F | 116 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C54°F | 6°C43°F | 149 mm | 79% | Cool |
| December | 8°C46°F | 1°C34°F | 78 mm | 76% | 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 Lake Como?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct have mild weather and open ferries. Jul–Aug is busy and humid; Nov–Mar is quiet, with many hotels closed.
When is the rainy season in Lake Como?
Rain peaks in November with about 149 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lake Como?
July, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Lake Como get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -1°C (31°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 4.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.