When to go to Lecce
April–June and September–October are warm and bright. July–August is hot and full of festival crowds; winter is mild but many beach areas shut.
Lecce weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°68 mm
- Feb13°62 mm
- Mar15°66 mm
- Apr18°50 mm
- May22°40 mm
- Jun26°29 mm
- Jul30°25 mm
- Aug30°23 mm
- Sep26°68 mm
- Oct22°84 mm
- Nov18°93 mm
- Dec14°83 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C54°F | 8°C47°F | 68 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 13°C55°F | 8°C47°F | 62 mm | 77% | Cool |
| March | 15°C59°F | 10°C50°F | 66 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 18°C64°F | 12°C54°F | 50 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 22°C71°F | 16°C61°F | 40 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C80°F | 21°C69°F | 29 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 25 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 24°C75°F | 23 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C78°F | 21°C70°F | 68 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 17°C63°F | 84 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C64°F | 13°C56°F | 93 mm | 79% | Cool |
| December | 14°C57°F | 10°C50°F | 83 mm | 78% | 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 Lecce?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are warm and bright. July–August is hot and full of festival crowds; winter is mild but many beach areas shut.
When is the rainy season in Lecce?
Rain peaks in November with about 93 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lecce?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Lecce get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 8°C (47°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Ferrovie del Sud Est
- Trenitalia
- Aeroporti di Puglia
- Viaggiareinpuglia (Regione Puglia tourism)
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.