Prato Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Prato is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Prato, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August to a chilly 9°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 1°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Prato receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 985 mm. The seasons in Prato, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 134 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 37 mm over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Prato Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
In Prato, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Prato.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 78%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Prato in Italy
During the months of May, June and September 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.
August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 134 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 37 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 346 hours of sunshine.
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