City in Lombardy, Italy
Milan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Milan
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are best. July–August is hot and many locals leave; winter is foggy and damp. Fashion and design weeks (Feb, Sep, Apr) spike hotel prices.
Milan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°47 mm
- Feb9°62 mm
- Mar14°64 mm
- Apr18°87 mm
- May23°106 mm
- Jun27°81 mm
- Jul30°68 mm
- Aug29°89 mm
- Sep24°80 mm
- Oct19°95 mm
- Nov12°137 mm
- Dec7°69 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | 0°C32°F | 47 mm | 77% | Cold |
| February | 9°C48°F | 1°C33°F | 62 mm | 75% | Cold |
| March | 14°C57°F | 4°C40°F | 64 mm | 72% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 8°C47°F | 87 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 13°C55°F | 106 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 17°C63°F | 81 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C85°F | 20°C67°F | 68 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C85°F | 19°C67°F | 89 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C76°F | 15°C58°F | 80 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| October | 19°C66°F | 10°C50°F | 95 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C54°F | 5°C41°F | 137 mm | 80% | Cool |
| December | 7°C45°F | 1°C33°F | 69 mm | 77% | 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 Milan?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are best. July–August is hot and many locals leave; winter is foggy and damp. Fashion and design weeks (Feb, Sep, Apr) spike hotel prices.
When is the rainy season in Milan?
Rain peaks in November with about 137 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Milan?
July, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Milan get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (32°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 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.