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Pisa Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Pisa experiences a mild Mediterranean climate. The climate is strongly influenced by the Tyrrhenian Sea and the sheltered location behind Corsica. The summers are warm and dry. Winters tend to be pleasant and soft, however from November to January the weather can be more turbulent and unpredictable. We recommend visiting Pisa in spring which falls from April until June. The temperature is warm, but pleasant enough for long walks and sightseeing.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Pisa. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August to a chilly 12°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 5°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Pisa has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1080 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Pisa shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in November, with an average of 158 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 30 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pisa Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Pisa serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.1 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C in January to 24°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Forecast for Pisa

Sat   Dec 21
12°C | 1°C
E 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sun   Dec 22
11°C | 2°C
E 3 m/s
1.7 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Mon   Dec 23
13°C | 3°C
NW 5 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Pisa in Italy

During the months of May, June, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Pisa?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Pisa?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October and November.
  • Which is the warmest month in Pisa?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Pisa?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Pisa?
    November tops the wettest month list with 158 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Pisa?
    July is the driest month with 30 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Pisa?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 316 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.