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Is the weather good in Italy in October 2025?
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RainyFor the past few decades, the average daily temperatures in Italy during October have been around +21°C.
In Italy the temperature rarely varies more than seven degrees between the different parts with the highest temperature +21°C in Palermo to +18°C in Milan. So you should be able to pack for similar conditions wherever you go in the country.
Temperature, wind and humidity in October
Average
Alghero
Ancona
Bari
Bologna
Brindisi
Cagliari
Catania
Florence
Genoa
Lamezia Terme
Milan
Olbia
Palermo
Pescara
Pisa
Rimini
Rome
Trieste
Venice
Verona
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+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
-11°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
97 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Italy has OK weather in October.
Italy in October – what city is the…
- rainiest? Bologna, with an average of 6 mm of rain and humidity of 78%;
- warmest? Palermo, with daytime temperatures averaging +24°C;
- windiest? Genoa, with an average of 4 m/s;
- coolest? Milan, with daytime temperatures averaging +18°C;
How good is the weather in Italy in October?
During October, the Italy is characterized by variable weather with air pressure around 1015 HPa and therefore elements of sun, rain, and wind – with a little extra emphasis on the latter two. The humidity in October ranges between 70% in Trieste and 82% in Verona.
How warm is it in Italy during October?
Variable weather with sun, rain and wind: +21°C in average daily temperature.
This is how hot it usually is in October
The average daily temperatures above don't tell you everything about how hot it can be in Italy. For example, cold nights can make a big difference for those staying in tents or unheated houses. Extra hot days, on the other hand, can make a big difference for those who plan to engage in demanding physical training or competition. So here are some more temperatures for October:
Average
Alghero
Ancona
Bari
Bologna
Brindisi
Cagliari
Catania
Florence
Genoa
Lamezia Terme
Milan
Olbia
Palermo
Pescara
Pisa
Rimini
Rome
Trieste
Venice
Verona
- Average maximum temperature for the month: +21°C;
- Average minimum temperature for the month: +14°C;
- Highest monthly temperature: +23°C;
- Lowest monthly temperature: +12°C;
Monthly temperatures:
Average
Alghero
Ancona
Bari
Bologna
Brindisi
Cagliari
Catania
Florence
Genoa
Lamezia Terme
Milan
Olbia
Palermo
Pescara
Pisa
Rimini
Rome
Trieste
Venice
Verona
- Warmest: July with an average +29°C during the day;
- Coldest: January with an average +11°C of the day;
- Hottest month in hottest city: July in Catania;
- Coldest month in coolest city: January in Ancona;
Can you swim in Italy in October?
Here are the minimum and maximum water temperatures in cities in Italy in October:
Alghero
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Comfortable19°C - 23°C
Cagliari
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Comfortable20°C - 24°C
Palermo
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Comfortable20°C - 25°C
Catania
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Comfortable20°C - 25°C
You can definitely swim in Alghero, Cagliari, Palermo in October, with the water temperature of +19°C and up.
Winds in Italy during October
Wind speed in Italy in October based on historical data:
Average
Alghero
Ancona
Bari
Bologna
Brindisi
Cagliari
Catania
Florence
Genoa
Lamezia Terme
Milan
Olbia
Palermo
Pescara
Pisa
Rimini
Rome
Trieste
Venice
Verona
October tends to offer light winds averaging 2 m/s. However, coastal cities may experience breezes during the mornings and afternoons.
Comparison between cities in October:
- Highest average wind speed: Olbia with 3 m/s;
- Lowest average wind speed: Bologna with 1 m/s;
- Windiest day of the month: Genoa with 4 m/s;
- The least windy day of the month: Milan with 0 m/s;
Humidity and precipitation in Italy in October
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Italy based on historical data:
Average
Alghero
Ancona
Bari
Bologna
Brindisi
Cagliari
Catania
Florence
Genoa
Lamezia Terme
Milan
Olbia
Palermo
Pescara
Pisa
Rimini
Rome
Trieste
Venice
Verona
October tends to be an extremely humid month with 72% humidity and 69 mm rainfall. In general the humidity tends to be a little lower in mountainous regions and more humid closer to water.
Comparison between cities in October:
Average
Alghero
Ancona
Bari
Bologna
Brindisi
Cagliari
Catania
Florence
Genoa
Lamezia Terme
Milan
Olbia
Palermo
Pescara
Pisa
Rimini
Rome
Trieste
Venice
Verona
- Highest average rainfall: Bologna with 182 mm;
- Lowest average rainfall: Cagliari with 35 mm;
- Most number of rainy days: Palermo with 14 rainy days;
- Least number of rainy days: Cagliari with 6 rainy days;
- Highest risk of rain during the day: Palermo with 45%;
- Least risk of rain during the day: Cagliari with 19%;
- Highest average humidity: Verona with 82%;
- Lowest average humidity: Trieste with 70%;
Tips for traveling to Italy in October
Looking for some tips for traveling to the sun, snow, or whatever you're aiming for Italy? Activities, weather, and clothing are closely linked. In addition, it's important to pack only what you really need so you don't have to worry about heavy packing or paying extra baggage fees.
Here is some advice on what to pack and what kind of activities you can do in the Italy based on the weather that October is expected to bring. The advice applies to the country as a whole – local weather and possible activities may differ somewhat.
Sunny, mild weather with light winds and very high humidity in October
Pack right for October
The weather makes a difference when it comes to packing - especially which items should go in your suitcase. The tips below are designed to help you pack light and right without carrying more than necessary.
- Sunshine does give you a nice color and a boost of vitamin D. However, if you don't have a lot of skin pigment, you should sunbathe carefully to avoid burning yourself, getting sun rash and, in the worst case scenario, skin cancer. This is where sunscreens and opaque clothing work particularly well. Another safe way is to stay in the shade when the sun burns the most, roughly between 9 am and 3 pm.
- Cool weather is between warm and cold. This means you can bring long pants and/or a longer skirt and an extra sweater. Be aware that cool days can alternate with cold nights - it may be wise to also pack a hat, gloves and a scarf.
- Light winds are probably most comfortable in hot weather but is cooling in cool and cold weather. If it is hot (when the air temperature is about 30 degrees), the wind can have a warming effect. A thin, windproof jacket and long trousers help to counteract these effects.
- High humidity means that the air conducts heat to and from the skin more easily. For example, if the air is hot (above skin temperature), it will be harder to stay cool. On the other hand, if the air is cool or cold, it is more difficult to stay warm. In high humidity, the choice of clothing makes less of a difference. However, your physical activity plays a bigger role.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Italy in October:
What can you do outside when it's warm in Italy?
Bathing and sunbathing can be suitable. Warm (but not hot) days are also good for activities that are not so physically demanding: sightseeing on foot, by boat, on a scooter, camel riding. You can also exercise easily as long as you make sure to cool down and quench thirst.
Is October a good time to visit Italy?
It’s always a good time to visit Italy, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Monthly weather in Italy
Source of the data
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Italy, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.