Climate of Florence, Italy
Area-weighted average across Florence. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Florence, a subdivision of Italy, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 22.4°C / 72.3°F in August, with rainfall from 42 mm / 1.7 in to 146 mm / 5.7 in depending on the season (1092 mm / 43 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 | 4.7°C40.5°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| February | 5.6°C42.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| March | 8.2°C46.8°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| April | 11.1°C52°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| May | 15.6°C60.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| June | 19.3°C66.7°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| July | 22.3°C72.1°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| August | 22.4°C72.3°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| September | 18.6°C65.5°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 13.9°C57°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| November | 8.7°C47.7°F | 146 mm5.7″ | — |
| December | 5.4°C41.7°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Florence?
Florence, Italy does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 22.4°C / 72.3°F, and the driest is July at 42 mm / 1.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Florence?
Florence, Italy has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 22.4°C / 72.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1092 mm / 43 in, with the wettest month being November (146 mm / 5.7 in) and the driest July (42 mm / 1.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Florence?
The hottest month in Florence is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.4°C / 72.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Florence?
The coldest month in Florence is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.7°C / 40.5°F.
When does it rain most in Florence?
The wettest month in Florence is November, averaging about 146 mm / 5.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 42 mm / 1.7 in.