Lake Como Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Lake Como: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Lake Como 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 | 50° | 39° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 55° | 41° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 58° | 43° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 48° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 55° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 81° | 65° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 84° | 69° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 71° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 74° | 62° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 67° | 57° | 8,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 57° | 46° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 53° | 42° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Lake Como
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Lake Como compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Lake Como.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan Malpensa Airport | 37 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 60 in |
| Milan | 38 mi | 59°F | about the same | 57 in |
| Swiss National Park | 64 mi | 36°F | 56°F cooler | 33 in |
| Jungfraujoch | 71 mi | 19°F | 73°F cooler | 60 in |
| Eiger | 71 mi | 14°F | 78°F cooler | 60 in |
Best time to visit Lake Como
Go in April and July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Lake Como
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 75°F is 7.6°F above the 67°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 66°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Lake Como is a lake in Italy. Lake Como is a lake known as villas below the Italian Alps.
Right now it is 71°F (22°C) in Lake Como with partly cloudy. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 65°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Como is April and July. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 39°F.
The closest major airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), about 37 mi away. Nearby highlights include Swiss National Park, Jungfraujoch, Eiger and Jungfrau.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 75°F is 7.6°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Lake Como today at 9.9/10. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Como?
Lake Como is a lake in Italy. Its coordinates are 46.017, 9.257. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lake Como right now?
It is currently 71°F (22°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 71% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Como?
April and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Como, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Como in?
Lake Como observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 3:14 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Como?
The closest airports are Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 37 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 105 mi away and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 153 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Como?
Popular options include Swiss National Park, Jungfraujoch, Eiger, Jungfrau, Lake Garda and Matterhorn.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - 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 2, 2026 at 3:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
