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Italy Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Italy in February.

Thinking about venturing to Italy this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Italy in February

Italy offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Passo Stelvio at -5°C (23°F) to mild in Castiadas at 16°C (61°F). At night it cools down to 7°C (45°F) in Castiadas and -14°C (7°F) in Passo Stelvio.

To explore the conditions in Italy in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Villasimius with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to high rainfall in Pellezzano with 146 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Rome gets around 132 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Italy — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rome)

Best Places to Visit in Italy in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Italy.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Italy

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Italy?

Temperature range in Italy (February)

Precipitation variation in Italy (February)

Rome

In February Rome generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
132 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Florence

In February Florence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
134 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Milan

In February Milan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
118 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Venice

In February Venice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
106 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Naples

In February Naples generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
114 hours
127 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Italy February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Italy in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Italy dropped to -28°C (-18°F) in Livigno on February 6, 2012.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Italy was -18°C (0°F) in Livigno on February 9, 1986.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Italy in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rome 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Florence 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Milan 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Naples 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Venice 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Catania 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Italy weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Italy in February?

In February, Italy generally has tolerable weather conditions. Rome sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Italy in February?

Average temperatures in Italy during February range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Rome.

Does Italy get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Rome averages just 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Italy.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Italy?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Rome, February might be a good time to visit Italy. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Italy is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Rome. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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