Best time to visit Italy

If you’re looking to travel to Italy for your next trip but aren’t sure when to go and when to avoid, this article is all you’ll need. The best time to visit Italy is April-May due to the excellent all-round weather conditions, and it’s also not during the height of peak travel periods, so it’s not likely to be as busy.

The very hottest temperatures in Rome, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy, tend to reach around 33℃ (91℉) in the height of summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as 4℃ (39℉) at night. The climate can differ in many places across Italy, and you can see more in the handy table below.

If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Italy, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Italy in November – It’s the wettest month of the year.

Discover top destinations in Italy below and find out everything you need to know about when to travel, including detailed climate and weather information, and tools to help you find the best prices to help you book your trip.