Climate Overview
The climate in Milan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1176mm of precipitation falls per year. Milan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Milan 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.
Temperature
Temperatures in Milan vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 31°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 October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Milan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1176mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 140mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 43mm. That's 97mm less than October, 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 12cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Milan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
90 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Milan, which began on March 20, 2026. Milan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 290mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 19 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 6 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 369mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 1 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 177mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Expect around 11cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Milan 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.
