Taranto Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Taranto, Puglia (Apulia), Italy, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 31°C (88°F) in August to 13°C (55°F) in February.
The city receives around 610 mm (24 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from May to August. November is the wettest month and July the driest. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 11.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Taranto
In Taranto, 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 moderate 13°C (55°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 23°C (73°F) in August to 7°C (45°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Taranto
On average, Taranto receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 610 mm (24 in). The seasons in Taranto bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 9 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 13 mm (0.5 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Taranto 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 Taranto
In Taranto, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.7 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Taranto by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Taranto.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Taranto 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
