Climate Insights for Padua

The climate in Padua is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 261mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Padua sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Padua sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 24°C. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Padua is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 261mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1mm. That's 32mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Padua is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently summer in Padua, which began on June 21, 2026. Padua sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in December at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The best time to visit Padua is during September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 33mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Padua based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.