Geography of Italy
Geography of Italy: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Italy
Split is 229 mi to the north-east, Plitvice Lakes is 257 mi to the north-east, Plitvice Lakes National Park is 257 mi to the north-east and Monaco is 287 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 41°54′10.1″N 12°29′47″E (41.9028, 12.4964)
Quick facts about Italy
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 41°54′10.1″N 12°29′47″E (41.9028, 12.4964) |
| Capital | Rome |
| Population | 59.000.000 |
| Area | 116.348 sq mi |
| ISO code | IT |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ITA |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Italian |
| Calling code | +39 |
| Time zone | Europe/Rome |
| Local time | 9:40 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | April, June and July |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by national park in Italy
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Italy
5 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Italy
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Italy
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Italy
2 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in Italy
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in Italy
2 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Italy is a country in Europe. Italy is a country in Europe with its capital at Rome. It has a population of about 59 million. The capital is Rome.
Right now it is 65°F (19°C) in Italy with partly cloudy. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 65°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Italy is April, June and July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), about 15 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park, Colosseum and Leaning Tower of Pisa.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is 5.4°F above the 75°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Italy 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.
Climate in Italy 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 | 57° | 43° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 44° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 57° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 90° | 68° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 94° | 73° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 94° | 73° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 64° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 75° | 58° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 57° | 42° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Italy?
Italy is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 41.9028, 12.4964. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Italy right now?
It is currently 65°F (19°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 87% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Italy?
April, June and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Italy, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Italy in?
Italy observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 9:40 AM.
How many people live in Italy?
Italy has a population of approximately 59 million.
What is the nearest airport to Italy?
The closest airports are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), 15 mi away, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 249 mi away and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 319 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Italy?
Popular options include Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park, Colosseum, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pompeii and Trevi Fountain.
What places are in Italy?
Italy covers 14 places in this atlas, including Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park, Rome, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Florence and Milan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 4, 2026 at 9:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
