AI-generatedCatanzaro at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,680 h
- Rain a year
- 858 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 320 m
Climate in Catanzaro
Catanzaro has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,680 hours of sunshine a year, Catanzaro is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Catanzaro
The best time to visit Catanzaro is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from September to October. Rain is frequent in January and in November; the wettest month is October with 110 mm.
Catanzaro through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Catanzaro in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Catanzaro in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Catanzaro in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–27 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Catanzaro in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jan, Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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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: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in 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°
07:0218:17
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 06:45–07:38 · evening 17:41–18:33
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:35–06:45 · evening 18:33–18:44
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 Catanzaro 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 sea cools from 24° to 21°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 11° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Catanzaro in October?
In October, Catanzaro is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 15 min07:02 – 18:17
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 47 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %63 %
- Seaweight 25 %83 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %50 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Catanzaro
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
June has the better holiday weather in Catanzaro: score 91 against 65. In June, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. June has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 91better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 17° |
| Sea | 22.8° | 22.0° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 10.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 11 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 110 mm | 27 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Catanzaro month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
14January13° · Sea 15° · 4.8 h
In January, Catanzaro is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 93 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in January18February14° · Sea 14° · 5.5 h
In February, Catanzaro is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in February21March16° · Sea 14° · 6.6 h
In March, Catanzaro is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in March29April20° · Sea 15° · 7.5 h
In April, Catanzaro is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in April68May24° · Sea 18° · 8.9 h
In May, Catanzaro is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in May91June30° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In June, Catanzaro is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in June91July33° · Sea 25° · 10.6 h
In July, Catanzaro is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 23 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in July89August33° · Sea 26° · 10.1 h
In August, Catanzaro is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 29 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in August87September27° · Sea 25° · 7.9 h
In September, Catanzaro is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 86 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in September65October23° · Sea 23° · 6.5 h
In October, Catanzaro is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in October23November18° · Sea 20° · 5.0 h
In November, Catanzaro is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in November13December14° · Sea 17° · 4.4 h
In December, Catanzaro is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Catanzaro.
Catanzaro in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Catanzaro
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 February (4°), the warmest in August (20°). 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 | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14 | 13° | 4° | 14.8° | 4.8 h | 12 | 93 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 14° | 4° | 14.2° | 5.5 h | 12 | 85 |
| MarchMar | 21 | 16° | 6° | 14.2° | 6.6 h | 12 | 86 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 20° | 9° | 15.2° | 7.5 h | 11 | 69 |
| MayMay | 68 | 24° | 13° | 18.0° | 8.9 h | 8 | 51 |
| JuneJun | 91 | 30° | 17° | 22.0° | 10.1 h | 6 | 27 |
| JulyJul | 91 | 33° | 20° | 25.0° | 10.6 h | 5 | 23 |
| AugustAug | 89 | 33° | 20° | 26.4° | 10.1 h | 6 | 29 |
| SeptemberSep | 87 | 27° | 16° | 25.3° | 7.9 h | 11 | 86 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 23° | 13° | 22.8° | 6.5 h | 11 | 110 |
| NovemberNov | 23 | 18° | 9° | 19.7° | 5.0 h | 13 | 110 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 14° | 6° | 16.5° | 4.4 h | 12 | 88 |
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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Sea temperature in Catanzaro
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.8 – 24.0 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Catanzaro ranges from 14.2 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.4 and 27.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.8° | 14.0° | 15.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.2° | 13.0° | 15.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.2° | 13.3° | 14.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.2° | 14.6° | 16.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.0° | 17.1° | 18.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 21.0° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.0° | 24.1° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 25.4° | 27.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.3° | 24.4° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.8° | 21.8° | 24.0° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.7° | 18.4° | 20.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.5° | 15.6° | 17.6° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Catanzaro
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 6.5 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Catanzaro, 58 % 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 Catanzaro: 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, Catanzaro has about 11 rainy days with 110 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Catanzaro
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 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 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 Catanzaro
How breezy and how cloudy Catanzaro 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 Catanzaro typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 47 % of the sky over Catanzaro: variable cloud, with about 6.5 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 Catanzaro
How often the day gets hot in Catanzaro (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, Catanzaro 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
Planning a trip to Catanzaro
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Catanzaro 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.
Catanzaro has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 90
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 14
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.6 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 50 min
- Distance
- 1,930 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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Catanzaro vs Lamezia Terme
In October the holiday weather in Catanzaro and Lamezia Terme is about equally good (score 65 vs 63). During the day it is about as warm in Lamezia Terme as in Catanzaro.
| in October | Catanzaro | Lamezia Terme |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 23° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Jun, Oct |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Catanzaro
When is the best time to visit Catanzaro?
The best time to visit Catanzaro is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Catanzaro?
The sea temperature in Catanzaro ranges from 14.2 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Catanzaro in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Catanzaro?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Catanzaro?
Rain is frequent in January and in November; the wettest month is October with 110 mm. The driest month is July with 23 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Catanzaro get?
Catanzaro gets around 2,680 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.6 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Catanzaro in?
Catanzaro is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Catanzaro?
A nonstop flight from London to Catanzaro takes about 2 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,930 km.
Which school holidays are best for Catanzaro?
Catanzaro has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 73, summer holidays 90, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 14.