Florence Weather Forecast
Florence weather: 86°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 |
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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 86°F (30°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 54% and wind is 11 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 11:30 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 25, 2026 at 11:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
