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 | 93° | 68° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 60° | 3,7 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 | 61°F | about the same | 57 in |
| Cinque Terre National Park | 81 mi | 59°F | 34°F cooler | 73 in |
| Venice | 127 mi | 59°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Venice and its Lagoon | 127 mi | 59°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Lake Garda | 130 mi | 60°F | about the same | 46 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
- Layers - the daily swing is 67°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- 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 60°F (16°C) in Florence with partly cloudy. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 49°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 63%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
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 93°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 October. The forecast high of 67°F is 5°F below the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Florence today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Florence right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:59 AM, Oct 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 65° / 47°
Overcast · 70% rain · wind 6 mph
🌥️ 62° / 40°
Fog · 3% rain · wind 3 mph
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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 60°F (16°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 75% and wind is 2 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 10:59 AM.
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 October 23, 2026 at 10:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
