Which is the hottest month in Italy?

The hottest time of year in Rome, Italy is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with high heat and humidity.

Best time to visit Italy

Q: When is the best time to visit Italy?

The best time to visit Italy (Rome) is June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Italy?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Rome, Italy with 117mm on average. There are normally 15 days in November with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Italy?

The sunniest time of year in Rome, Italy is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 73% of daylight hours; that's 11 hours of sunshine per day.

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Top Italy destinations

Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in Italy. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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Agrigento, Sicily
Alghero, Sardinia
Amalfi, Campania
Arezzo, Tuscany
Artimino, Tuscany
Arzachena, Sardinia
Assisi
Baia Sardinia, Sardinia
Bardolino, Italian Lakes
Bari
Bibione, Venetian Riviera
Bolzano
Cagliari, Sardinia
Cannigione, Sardinia
Capo Vaticano, Calabria
Capri, Campania
Casole d'Elsa, Tuscany
Catania, Sicily
Cattolica
Cefalu, Sicily
Cisternino
Como, Italian Lakes
Coreglia Antelminelli, Tuscany
Corniglia, Italian Riviera
Desenzano del Garda, Italian Lakes
Enna, Sicily
Finale Ligure, Italian Riviera
Florence, Tuscany
Forte dei Marmi, Tuscany
Garda, Italian Lakes
Gardone Riviera, Italian Lakes
Genoa, Italian Riviera
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
Ischia, Campania
Isola Rossa, Sardinia
La Spezia, Italian Riviera
Lake Maggiore, Italian Lakes
Lecce
Letojanni, Sicily
Lido di Camaiore, Tuscany
Lido di Jesolo, Venetian Riviera
Limone, Italian Lakes
Livogno
Lucca, Tuscany
Maiori, Campania
Malcesine, Italian Lakes
Manarola, Italian Riviera
Messina, Sicily
Mestre, Venetian Riviera
Milan
Milano Marittima
Montaione, Tuscany
Montepulciano, Tuscany
Monterosso, Italian Riviera
Naples, Campania
Olbia, Sardinia
Oliena, Sardinia
Oristano, Sardinia
Palau, Sardinia
Palermo, Sicily
Passignano
Perugia
Pisa, Tuscany
Pizzo, Calabria
Porto Cervo, Sardinia
Porto Rafael, Sardinia
Portofino, Italian Riviera
Portovenere, Italian Riviera
Positano, Campania
Pula, Sardinia
Rapallo, Italian Riviera
Ravello, Campania
Reggio di Calabria, Calabria
Riccione
Rimini
Riomaggiore, Italian Riviera
Riva del Garda, Italian Lakes
Rome
San Gimignano, Tuscany
San Pantaleo, Sardinia
San Remo, Italian Riviera
Sant Agnello, Campania
Santa Margherita di Pula, Sardinia
Santa Margherita Ligure, Italian Riviera
Santa Teresa Gallura, Sardinia
Sarteano, Tuscany
Sassari, Sardinia
Sauze d'Oulx
Sciacca, Sicily
Siena, Tuscany
Sirmione, Italian Lakes
Sorrento, Campania
Syracuse, Sicily
Taormina, Sicily
Trapani, Sicily
Trieste
Turin
Venice, Venetian Riviera
Vernazza, Italian Riviera
Verona
Viareggio, Tuscany
Vilasimius, Sardinia
Villamagna
Vinci, Tuscany

When is the best time to visit Italy?

The best time to visit Italy (Rome) is June based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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The weather guide for Italy (Rome) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Italy travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Italy with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Italy - quick facts
Flight time^✝	2 to 3 hours
Time difference	UK +1 hour
Language(s)	Italian
Currency	Euro
Electricity	C + F + L plug (230V)
Driving side	Right

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Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Italy.

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Italy travel health

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Italy FAQs

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Which month has the most rain in Italy?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Rome, Italy with 0mm on average. There are normally no days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Italy?

The sunniest time of year in Rome, Italy is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 0% of daylight hours; that's 0 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Italy?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rome, Italy in January when the water temperature reaches 0°C.

What is the flight time to Italy from the UK?

The flight time to Italy from the UK is typically 2 to 3 hours.

What is the time difference between Italy and the UK?

The time difference between Italy and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Italy?

The main language spoken in Italy is Italian.

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What is the currency in Italy?

The currency in Italy is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Italy?

Italy uses electrical plug type C + F + L (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Italy?

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