Climate Insights for Bologna
Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Climate Overview
The climate in Bologna is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 853 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bologna receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bologna is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Bologna is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 33.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Bologna receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bologna is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 34°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bologna vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bologna vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 34°F and an average of 40°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bologna is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 853 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 122 mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 43 mm. That's 79 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 22cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.Bologna is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.7 in. That's 3.1 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 9in annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 3in.
Wind
Bologna is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Bologna is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bologna is during June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 72 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Bologna is during June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 89°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 34°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bologna 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bologna based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.