Italy

Italy in September

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

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.

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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.

City Crowd High Wet days
Rome 72 27°C 6
Milan 76 25°C 6
Venice 78 24°C 7
Florence 78 26°C 6
Naples 78 26°C 7

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How September compares across the year

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 16°C, with roughly 6 wet days — though Italy varies by region.

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