Italy in October
October delivers the best light of the year and the last reliably warm weeks in the south, though the coastal season winds down and rain returns to the north.
Is October a good time to visit Italy?
October sits mid-range in Italy — around 66/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
What closes and what fills up in October
- Clocks go back on the last Sunday
Italy city by city in October
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How October compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good month to visit Italy?
October sits mid-range in Italy — around 66/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Italy in October?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Italy sits near 66/100 in October. The calmest of them is Rome.
What is the weather like in Italy in October?
Expect average highs near 20°C and lows near 11°C, with roughly 8 wet days — though Italy varies by region.