Normal weather for Italy in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Italy with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 12°C.
In October, there is an average of 84 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Italy in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
22°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
84 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 14 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Italy with mild temperatures, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights close to 11°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 17°C, with nights close to 8°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Italy will be around 15°C, with nights close to 6°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Italy?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Italy. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Italy in October
With 32°C, Italy hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Italy
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Italy, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Italy
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Italy, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Italy.
Daily UV Index in October in Italy
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Italy, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Italy Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Italy, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Italy Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Italy, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Italy
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Italy. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Italy by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Italy. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
