Montepulciano Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 31°C (88°F) in August to 10°C (50°F) in January.

The city receives around 882 mm (35 in) of rain/snowfall per year. November is the wettest month and July the driest. July is the sunniest month, averaging 11.7 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Montepulciano

In Montepulciano, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August to a chilly 10°C (50°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 18°C (64°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Montepulciano

On average, Montepulciano receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 882 mm (35 in). The seasons in Montepulciano bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 114 mm (4.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 34 mm (1.3 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Montepulciano Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Montepulciano

In Montepulciano, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 3.3 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Siena, Italy (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Siena, Italy (44 KM, 27 Miles).

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Best Time to Visit Montepulciano

The best time to visit Montepulciano is during May, June, September and October, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 27°C (81°F). With rainfall of 58 mm (2.3 in) to 102 mm (4 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

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