Best Time to Visit Genoa, Liguria, Italy
Genoa is at its sunniest and driest in July.
The best time to visit Genoa for sunny, dry weather is July — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–August; the wetter half falls in September–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 7.7°C / 45.9°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in August, with rainfall from 28 mm / 1.1 in (July) to 216 mm / 8.5 in (October). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Genoa, Liguria, Italy's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Genoa'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 | 24.2°C75.6°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Genoa?
The best time to visit Genoa for sunny, dry weather is July. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is July with about 28 mm / 1.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Genoa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Genoa?
The rainy season at Genoa, Liguria runs through September–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 99 mm / 3.9 in. The wettest single month is October (216 mm / 8.5 in).
What is the driest month in Genoa?
The driest month in Genoa is July, averaging about 28 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.2°C / 75.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Genoa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Genoa — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 216 mm / 8.5 in in October, and the coldest month averages 7.7°C / 45.9°F.
Is Genoa climate different from Italy overall?
Yes, usually. Our Genoa 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 Genoa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.