Climate of Bologna, Italy
Area-weighted average across Bologna. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bologna, a subdivision of Italy, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2.7°C / 36.9°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in July, with rainfall from 46 mm / 1.8 in to 100 mm / 3.9 in depending on the season (847 mm / 33.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.7°C36.9°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| February | 4.3°C39.7°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| March | 8.1°C46.6°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| April | 11.5°C52.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| May | 16.3°C61.3°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| June | 20.1°C68.2°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 23.1°C73.6°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| August | 23.1°C73.6°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| September | 19°C66.2°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| October | 13.6°C56.5°F | 92 mm3.6″ | — |
| November | 7.5°C45.5°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| December | 3.6°C38.5°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bologna?
Bologna, Italy does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 23.1°C / 73.6°F, and the driest is July at 46 mm / 1.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Bologna?
Bologna, Italy has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2.7°C / 36.9°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 847 mm / 33.3 in, with the wettest month being November (100 mm / 3.9 in) and the driest July (46 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bologna?
The hottest month in Bologna is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.1°C / 73.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Bologna?
The coldest month in Bologna is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 2.7°C / 36.9°F.
When does it rain most in Bologna?
The wettest month in Bologna is November, averaging about 100 mm / 3.9 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 46 mm / 1.8 in.