Best Time to Visit Florence
Best time to visit Florence: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Florence
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Florence month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53° | 38° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 42° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 61° | 43° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 48° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 53° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 64° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 92° | 67° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 92° | 67° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 60° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 72° | 55° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 60° | 44° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 54° | 38° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Florence compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Florence.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaning Tower of Pisa | 43 mi | 60°F | about the same | 58 in |
| Cinque Terre National Park | 81 mi | 59°F | 34°F cooler | 74 in |
| Venice | 127 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Venice and its Lagoon | 127 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Lake Garda | 130 mi | 60°F | about the same | 47 in |
Best time to visit each unesco world heritage site in Florence
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Florence is a city in Italy. Florence is known for Renaissance art and the Duomo. It has a population of about 382.000.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Florence with partly cloudy. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 70°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Florence is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), about 131 mi away. Nearby highlights include Historic Centre of Florence, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cinque Terre National Park and Venice and its Lagoon.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is 5.2°F below the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Florence today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Florence right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:32 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 87° / 70°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 12 mph
🌥️ 90° / 62°
Fog · 0% rain · wind 3 mph
Things to do in Florence
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Quick facts about Florence
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Florence?
Florence is a city in Italy. Its coordinates are 43.7696, 11.2558. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Florence right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 59% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Florence, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Florence in?
Florence observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 7:32 PM.
How many people live in Florence?
Florence has a population of approximately 382.000.
What is the nearest airport to Florence?
The closest airports are Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 131 mi away, Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), 145 mi away and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 179 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Florence?
Popular options include Historic Centre of Florence, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cinque Terre National Park, Venice and its Lagoon, Lake Garda and Vatican Museums.
What places are in Florence?
Florence covers 1 places in this atlas, including Historic Centre of Florence.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 7:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
