Italy in September
Our pick for the country as a whole — the sea holds its summer warmth, the vineyards are working, and coach traffic falls away sharply after the first week.
Is September a good time to visit Italy?
September sits mid-range in Italy — around 76/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
What closes and what fills up in September
- Schools return in the second week
- Grape harvest (vendemmia) across the wine regions
Italy city by city in September
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How September compares across the year
Book things to do
Italy: tours and tickets in Rome, Venice, Florence, Milan, from our booking partner.
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Free cancellationAffiliate links: if you book through them we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you. It never changes a crowd score or the order of our recommendations.
Frequently asked questions
Is September a good month to visit Italy?
September sits mid-range in Italy — around 76/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Italy in September?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Italy sits near 76/100 in September. The calmest of them is Rome.
What is the weather like in Italy in September?
Expect average highs near 26°C and lows near 15°C, with roughly 6 wet days — though Italy varies by region.