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Italy Weather in September

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

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Planning a trip to Italy this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Italy in September

In September, Italy experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. September is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Maso Corto at 11°C (52°F) to warm in Annunziata at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Annunziata and 1°C (34°F) in Maso Corto.

For specific regional insights in Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Solanas with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Vogogna with 349 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this September. For example, Rome gets approximately 237 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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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)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) This monthJune25°C (77°F) July28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Italy in September

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Italy?

Temperature range in Italy (September)

Precipitation variation in Italy (September)

Rome

In September Rome generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
237 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Florence

In September Florence generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
322 hours
219 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
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Milan

In September Milan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
181 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
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Venice

In September Venice generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
198 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Venice →

Naples

In September Naples generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
234 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rome 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Florence 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Milan 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Naples 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Venice 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Catania 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Italy weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Italy in September?

Italy typically experiences perfect weather in September, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Rome average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 20°C (68°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Italy in September?

In Rome, the average daytime high in September is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

Does Italy get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Italy during September, with Rome averaging close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Italy?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Italy with overall perfect weather in Rome. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Rome. The weather in December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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