Otranto Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Otranto can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to mild.
It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Otranto. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 9°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Otranto has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 766 mm of rainfall annually. Otranto can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 118 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 16 mm of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Otranto Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Otranto can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Otranto in Italy
During the months of May 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 118 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 16 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 334 hours of sunshine.
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