City in Basilicata, Italy
Matera weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Matera
April–June and September–October are mild and bright. July–August is hot with little shade; winters are cold and wet but quiet.
Matera weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan10°67 mm
- Feb11°54 mm
- Mar13°64 mm
- Apr16°50 mm
- May21°39 mm
- Jun27°33 mm
- Jul30°34 mm
- Aug30°32 mm
- Sep25°60 mm
- Oct21°79 mm
- Nov16°86 mm
- Dec11°72 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C50°F | 4°C40°F | 67 mm | 81% | Cold |
| February | 11°C51°F | 4°C39°F | 54 mm | 80% | Cold |
| March | 13°C56°F | 6°C43°F | 64 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 16°C62°F | 9°C47°F | 50 mm | 76% | Cool |
| May | 21°C70°F | 12°C54°F | 39 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C80°F | 17°C63°F | 33 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C87°F | 20°C68°F | 34 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 20°C69°F | 32 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 17°C62°F | 60 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 13°C56°F | 79 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C60°F | 9°C49°F | 86 mm | 81% | Cool |
| December | 11°C53°F | 6°C42°F | 72 mm | 81% | 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 Matera?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are mild and bright. July–August is hot with little shade; winters are cold and wet but quiet.
When is the rainy season in Matera?
Rain peaks in November with about 86 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Matera?
July, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Matera get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 4°C (39°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 1.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.