Climate Insights for Parma
Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Climate Overview
The climate in Parma is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 943 mm of precipitation falls per year. Parma receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Parma 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 Parma is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 37.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Parma receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Parma 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 Parma 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 25°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.Temperatures in Parma vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 34°F and an average of 39°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Parma is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 943 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 121 mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 50 mm. That's 71 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 31cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 9cm.Parma is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2 in. That's 2.8 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 12in annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 4in.
Wind
Parma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Parma 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 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Parma is during June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 70 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°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 Parma is during June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°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 Parma 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 Parma 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.