Italy weather in October
What is the weather like in Italy in October?
The weather conditions in Italy in October range from poor to perfect depending on the destination.
During October in Italy, the average maximum temperature ranges from low in Sëlva with 10°C (49°F) to high in Catania with 25°C (77°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Catania and 1°C (34°F) in Sëlva.
Precipitation in October ranges from moderate in Campobasso with an average of 51mm (2inch) rainfall to heavy in Genua with 174mm (6.9inch).
It is also generally a
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We invite you to have a look at the map below to find out more about the different weather conditions per location in Italy.
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Popular destinations in Italy
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Italy?
Average weather in Rome
In October Rome generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (51°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Florence
In October Florence generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Milan
In October Milan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Venice
In October Venice generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (49°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Naples
In October Naples generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is October the best time to go to Italy?
In our opinion October is a good time to visit Italy with commonly pleasant weather in Rome. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Italy is in May, June, July and September with generally perfect weather in Rome.
The worst months are January, November and December that can have unpleasant weather conditions.
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