Salento Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Salento, Italy, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 29°C (84°F) in August to 12°C (54°F) in February.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1290 mm (51 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct dry season from July to August. November is the wettest month.
Monthly Temperature in Salento
In Salento, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August to a moderate 12°C (54°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 20°C (68°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Salento
Salento experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1290 mm (51 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Salento bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 195 mm (7.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 24 mm (0.9 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Salento Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Salento by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Salento.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 78%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Salento 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Salento
The best time to visit Salento is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 21°C (70°F) and 29°C (83°F). With rainfall of 24 mm (0.9 in) to 134 mm (5.3 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during November and December, the wettest period of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
