Ortona Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Ortona, Abruzzo, Italy, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 30°C (86°F) in August to 12°C (54°F) in January.

The city receives around 760 mm (30 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from July to August. December is the wettest month and July the driest. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 10.1 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Ortona

In Ortona, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°F) in August to a moderate 12°C (54°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Ortona

On average, Ortona receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 760 mm (30 in). The seasons in Ortona bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 36 mm (1.4 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Ortona 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 Ortona

In Ortona, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.0 hours per average day.

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