Climate of Vatican City, Vatican City, Holy See
Point-value climate at Vatican City (Vatican City, Holy See). Population approximately 832.
Located in Vatican City, Holy See, Vatican City has a seasonal climate. Population approximately 832. Monthly average temperatures range from 8°C / 46.4°F in January to 24.5°C / 76.1°F in August, with rainfall varying from 13 mm / 0.5 in (July) to 86 mm / 3.4 in (November) — about 634 mm / 25 in across the year. As the national capital of Holy See, it's often the primary gateway for travellers. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Vatican City's coordinates — often quite different from the surrounding region's area-weighted average.
Best sunny months: May, June, July, August.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C46.4°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| February | 8.6°C47.5°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| March | 10.6°C51.1°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| April | 13°C55.4°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| May | 17.4°C63.3°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 21.3°C70.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 24.2°C75.6°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24.5°C76.1°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 21.1°C70°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| October | 16.8°C62.2°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| November | 11.8°C53.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| December | 8.9°C48°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Vatican City?
The months with the sunniest, driest weather are May, June, July, August. Vatican City's warmest month is August at an average of 24.5°C / 76.1°F, and its driest month is July with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain.
What is the climate of Vatican City?
Vatican City, in Vatican City, Holy See, has monthly average temperatures ranging from 8°C / 46.4°F in January to 24.5°C / 76.1°F in August. Annual rainfall is approximately 634 mm / 25 in, with the wettest month being November (86 mm / 3.4 in) and the driest July (13 mm / 0.5 in).
What is the average temperature in Vatican City in August?
The average temperature in Vatican City in August is 24.5°C / 76.1°F, with rainfall of about 29 mm / 1.1 in — the warmest month of the year.
When is the driest month in Vatican City?
The driest month in Vatican City is July, with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of average monthly rainfall. Average temperature that month is 24.2°C / 75.6°F.
When is the wettest month in Vatican City?
The wettest month in Vatican City is November, with approximately 86 mm / 3.4 in of average monthly rainfall.