Italy Weather Forecast
Italy weather: 79°F, showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Italy?
Yes - rain is likely in Italy today.
A 60% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,2 in against a typical 0,3 in).
16-day forecast for Italy
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌧️ Showers | 89° / 77° | 60% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 94° / 74° | 0% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 75° | 0% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 101° / 77° | 0% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 79° | 20% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 95° / 76° | 1% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 95° / 69° | 0% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 98° / 67° | 0% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 76° | 11% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 73° | 22% · 0,4 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 87° / 69° | 12% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☀️ Clear sky | 88° / 64° | 8% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | 88° / 67° | 16% | 7 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 89° / 69° | 16% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 88° / 70° | 14% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 72° | 10% | 11 mph | 6 |
What this means for Italy
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.4°F below the 92°F typical for this month.
A 60% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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
- 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.
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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 79°F (26°C) with showers. Humidity is 82% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Italy?
April, June, July and August 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 3:10 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 3:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
