Best Time to Visit Florence, Florence, Italy
Florence is at its sunniest and driest in July.
The best time to visit Florence for sunny, dry weather is July — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–August and January–March; the wetter half falls in April and September–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 6.5°C / 43.7°F in January to 24.9°C / 76.8°F in July, with rainfall from 39 mm / 1.5 in (July) to 107 mm / 4.2 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Florence, Florence, Italy's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Florence's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 24.9°C76.8°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Florence?
The best time to visit Florence for sunny, dry weather is July. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 24.9°C / 76.8°F, and the driest is July with about 39 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Florence's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Florence?
The rainy season at Florence, Florence runs through April and September–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 66 mm / 2.6 in. The wettest single month is November (107 mm / 4.2 in).
What is the driest month in Florence?
The driest month in Florence is July, averaging about 39 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.9°C / 76.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Florence?
The least comfortable months for travel to Florence — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 107 mm / 4.2 in in November, and the coldest month averages 6.5°C / 43.7°F.
Is Florence climate different from Italy overall?
Yes, usually. Our Florence figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Italy figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Florence specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.