Santa Maria Maggiore Weather in October

Thinking of visiting Santa Maria Maggiore in October? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 12°C (54°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Santa Maria Maggiore in October

Santa Maria Maggiore is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 13 days and an average of 235 mm (9.3 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Santa Maria Maggiore in October

Daytime highs in Santa Maria Maggiore in October reach 12°C (54°F), with nights around 4°C (39°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Santa Maria Maggiore in October

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 153 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

Wind Speed in Santa Maria Maggiore in October

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during October. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Maria Maggiore. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Santa Maria Maggiore Temperature in October

Min Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Max Temperature 12°C (54°F)  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 235 mm (9.3 in)  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Windspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  

Sunshine 153 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (24 KM, 15 Miles).

What to Wear in Santa Maria Maggiore in October

Pack for changing conditions in Santa Maria Maggiore in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Santa Maria Maggiore in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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More climate data for Santa Maria Maggiore

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