Val d'Orcia Weather & Climate: Italy

Climate by month across Val d'Orcia, Italy, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Val d'Orcia

Whether you're visiting Val d'Orcia in Italy during the peak of August (31°C (88°F)) or the cooler months around January (9°C (48°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Pienza, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Val d'Orcia, during the months of May, September and October you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F).

July and August are generally the hottest months of the year. The colder month is generally January.

Precipitation in Val d'Orcia varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in November with 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 32 mm (1.3 in).

For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Val d'Orcia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Val d'Orcia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pienza)

Popular cities by month

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Pienza Montalcino San Quirico dʼOrcia Castiglione dʼOrcia Radicofani Bagno Vignoni
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Climate map of Val d'Orcia

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Pienza 10°C (50°F) 31°C (88°F) 2°C (36°F) 19°C (66°F) 863 mm (34 in) 2,476 hours
Montalcino 10°C (50°F) 31°C (88°F) 2°C (36°F) 19°C (66°F) 829 mm (33 in) 2,476 hours
San Quirico dʼOrcia 10°C (50°F) 31°C (88°F) 2°C (36°F) 19°C (66°F) 850 mm (33 in) 2,476 hours
Castiglione dʼOrcia 10°C (50°F) 31°C (88°F) 2°C (36°F) 19°C (66°F) 860 mm (34 in) 2,476 hours
Radicofani 10°C (50°F) 30°C (86°F) 2°C (36°F) 18°C (64°F) 951 mm (37 in) 2,476 hours
Bagno Vignoni 10°C (50°F) 31°C (88°F) 2°C (36°F) 19°C (66°F) 856 mm (34 in) 2,476 hours

Places in Val d'Orcia, Italy

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