Castiglione di Garfagnana Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Castiglione di Garfagnana.

Climate overview of Castiglione di Garfagnana

Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany, Italy, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) in August, while winters cool to 7°C (45°F) in January.

With around 1430 mm (56 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Castiglione di Garfagnana has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is November. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 10.4 hours of sunshine per day.

Castiglione di Garfagnana Weather by Month

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Monthly Temperature in Castiglione di Garfagnana

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Castiglione di Garfagnana. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 16°C (61°F) in August to 0°C (32°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Castiglione di Garfagnana

Castiglione di Garfagnana has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1430 mm (56 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Castiglione di Garfagnana can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 175 mm (6.9 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 66 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation spread across 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Castiglione di Garfagnana Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Castiglione di Garfagnana

Castiglione di Garfagnana can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.0 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: La Spezia, Italy (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: La Spezia, Italy (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Humidity in Castiglione di Garfagnana by Month

Best Time to Visit Castiglione di Garfagnana

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Castiglione di Garfagnana in July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: July and August
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Fewest rainy days: July, August and September
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Castiglione di Garfagnana

What is the best time to visit Castiglione di Garfagnana?

July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Castiglione di Garfagnana. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Castiglione di Garfagnana has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Castiglione di Garfagnana?

Daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 0°C (32°F) to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Castiglione di Garfagnana get?

Annual rainfall is around 1430 mm (56 in). November is the wettest month with 175 mm (6.9 in), while August is the driest with 66 mm (2.6 in).

How sunny is Castiglione di Garfagnana?

Castiglione di Garfagnana receives around 2,266 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 312 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 91 hours. Overall, Castiglione di Garfagnana enjoys abundant sunshine.

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