AI-generatedBenevento at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,470 h
- Rain a year
- 1,217 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 135 m
Climate in Benevento
Benevento has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year, Benevento is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Benevento
The best time to visit Benevento is from April to June and from September to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in March, in May and from September to October. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 190 mm.
Benevento through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Benevento in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 16–25 °C by day
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Benevento in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 30–34 °C by day
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Benevento in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 17–28 °C by day
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Benevento in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 12–13 °C by day
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar, May, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – June, September – October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
07:1118:22
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:54–07:48 · evening 17:45–18:39
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:43–06:54 · evening 18:39–18:50
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Benevento compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Benevento in October?
In October, Benevento is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 135 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 11 min07:11 – 18:22
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 52 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %47 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %54 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Benevento
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
May has the better holiday weather in Benevento: score 82 against 76. In May, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. May has one more rainy day. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 82better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 14° |
| Sunshine | 5.8 h | 7.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10better | 11 |
| Rainfall | 135 mm | 86 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Benevento month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
37January12° · 4.5 h
In January, Benevento is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 126 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in January44February13° · 4.9 h
In February, Benevento is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 116 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in February63March16° · 6.0 h
In March, Benevento is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 120 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in March75April20° · 6.7 h
In April, Benevento is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in April82May25° · 7.9 h
In May, Benevento is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in May74June30° · 9.4 h
In June, Benevento is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in June60July33° · 10.0 h
In July, Benevento is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in July55August34° · 9.7 h
In August, Benevento is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 31 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in August78September28° · 7.3 h
In September, Benevento is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 108 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in September76October23° · 5.8 h
In October, Benevento is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 135 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in October57November17° · 4.3 h
In November, Benevento is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 190 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in November41December13° · 4.4 h
In December, Benevento is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 138 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Benevento.
Benevento in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Benevento
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 37 | 12° | 4° | 4.5 h | 12 | 126 |
| FebruaryFeb | 44 | 13° | 4° | 4.9 h | 11 | 116 |
| MarchMar | 63 | 16° | 7° | 6.0 h | 12 | 120 |
| AprilApr | 75 | 20° | 10° | 6.7 h | 12 | 101 |
| MayMay | 82 | 25° | 14° | 7.9 h | 11 | 86 |
| JuneJun | 74 | 30° | 18° | 9.4 h | 7 | 41 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 33° | 21° | 10.0 h | 4 | 24 |
| AugustAug | 55 | 34° | 21° | 9.7 h | 6 | 31 |
| SeptemberSep | 78 | 28° | 17° | 7.3 h | 10 | 108 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 23° | 13° | 5.8 h | 10 | 135 |
| NovemberNov | 57 | 17° | 9° | 4.3 h | 14 | 190 |
| DecemberDec | 41 | 13° | 5° | 4.4 h | 12 | 138 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sunshine hours in Benevento
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.8 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Benevento, 52 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Benevento: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Benevento has about 10 rainy days with 135 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Benevento
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 80 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Benevento
How breezy and how cloudy Benevento is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Benevento typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 52 % of the sky over Benevento: variable cloud, with about 5.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Benevento
How often the day gets hot in Benevento (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Benevento has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Benevento in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Benevento has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 80) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 39).
- 71
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 19 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 80
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 57
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 76
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 39
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 30 min
- Distance
- 1,630 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Benevento vs Avellino
In October the holiday weather in Benevento and Avellino is about equally good (score 76 vs 75). During the day Avellino is 1 °C cooler than Benevento.
| in October | Benevento | Avellino |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 75 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 11 |
| Best time | Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct | May – Jul, Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Benevento
When is the best time to visit Benevento?
The best time to visit Benevento is from April to June and from September to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Benevento?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Benevento?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 190 mm. The driest month is July with 24 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Benevento get?
Benevento gets around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.0 hours a day; in November there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Benevento in?
Benevento is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Benevento?
A nonstop flight from London to Benevento takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,630 km.
Which school holidays are best for Benevento?
Benevento has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 80) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 39). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 71, May half-term 80, summer holidays 57, October half-term 76, Christmas holidays 39.