AI-generatedCrotone at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,800 h
- Rain a year
- 871 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Crotone
Crotone has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,800 hours of sunshine a year, Crotone is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Crotone
The best time to visit Crotone is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from September to November. The wettest month is October with 117 mm of precipitation.
Crotone through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Crotone in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Crotone in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Crotone in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Crotone in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – September
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 forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:0018:15
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 06:43–07:36 · evening 17:38–18:31
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:33–06:43 · evening 18:31–18:41
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 Crotone 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 21° 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° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Crotone in October?
In October, Crotone is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 117 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Crotone.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 15 min07:00 – 18:15
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 44 %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 35 %67 %
- Seaweight 25 %77 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %63 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %56 %
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 Crotone
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Crotone: score 99 against 67. In July, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in July. July has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 67 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 22° |
| Sea | 22.4° | 25.3° |
| Sunshine | 6.8 h | 11.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 117 mm | 29 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 14 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Crotone month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
17January14° · Sea 15° · 5.1 h
In January, Crotone is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in January20February14° · Sea 14° · 5.7 h
In February, Crotone is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 78 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in February23March16° · Sea 14° · 7.0 h
In March, Crotone is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in March29April19° · Sea 15° · 7.7 h
In April, Crotone is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in April64May24° · Sea 18° · 9.2 h
In May, Crotone is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in May91June28° · Sea 22° · 10.3 h
In June, Crotone is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 43 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in June99July31° · Sea 25° · 11.2 h
In July, Crotone is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 29 mm in total. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in July96August31° · Sea 26° · 10.5 h
In August, Crotone is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 31 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in August88September27° · Sea 25° · 8.3 h
In September, Crotone is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 94 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in September67October23° · Sea 22° · 6.8 h
In October, Crotone is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 117 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in October25November19° · Sea 19° · 5.3 h
In November, Crotone is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 106 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in November16December15° · Sea 16° · 4.6 h
In December, Crotone is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Crotone.
Crotone in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Crotone
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (7°), the warmest in August (22°). 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) from May to June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 47 days a year, mostly in August.
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 | 17 | 14° | 7° | 14.6° | 5.1 h | 11 | 84 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 14° | 7° | 14.1° | 5.7 h | 10 | 78 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 16° | 9° | 14.2° | 7.0 h | 11 | 81 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 19° | 11° | 15.2° | 7.7 h | 9 | 64 |
| MayMay | 64 | 24° | 15° | 18.1° | 9.2 h | 8 | 55 |
| JuneJun | 91 | 28° | 19° | 22.2° | 10.3 h | 6 | 43 |
| JulyJul | 99 | 31° | 22° | 25.3° | 11.2 h | 4 | 29 |
| AugustAug | 96 | 31° | 22° | 26.4° | 10.5 h | 6 | 31 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 27° | 19° | 25.1° | 8.3 h | 11 | 94 |
| OctoberOct | 67 | 23° | 15° | 22.4° | 6.8 h | 10 | 117 |
| NovemberNov | 25 | 19° | 12° | 19.2° | 5.3 h | 11 | 106 |
| DecemberDec | 16 | 15° | 8° | 16.1° | 4.6 h | 11 | 89 |
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 Crotone
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.5 – 23.5 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Crotone ranges from 14.1 °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.
From November to January 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 25.5 and 27.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.6° | 13.7° | 15.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.1° | 13.2° | 14.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.2° | 13.4° | 14.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.2° | 14.6° | 16.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.1° | 17.1° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.2° | 21.2° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.3° | 24.3° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 25.5° | 27.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.1° | 24.2° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.4° | 21.5° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.2° | 17.9° | 20.1° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.1° | 15.1° | 17.3° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Crotone
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 6.8 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Crotone, 61 % 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 Crotone: 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, Crotone has about 10 rainy days with 117 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Crotone
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 Crotone
How breezy and how cloudy Crotone 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 Crotone typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Jan – Feb.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 44 % of the sky over Crotone: mostly sunny, with about 6.8 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 Crotone
How often the day gets hot in Crotone (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, Crotone 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 Crotone
Weather for your travel dates
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Crotone 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.
Crotone has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 17).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 69
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 67
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 17
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 50 min
- Distance
- 1,940 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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Crotone vs Catanzaro
In October the holiday weather in Crotone and Catanzaro is about equally good (score 67 vs 65). During the day it is about as warm in Catanzaro as in Crotone. The sea in Catanzaro is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Crotone | Catanzaro |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 67 | 65 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 22° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 11 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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In October, Crotone ranks 20 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 5Alberobello21°82
- 6Bari22°21°81
- 7Syracuse25°23°81
- 8Lamezia Terme23°78
- 20CrotoneThis page23°22°67
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Frequently asked questions about Crotone
When is the best time to visit Crotone?
The best time to visit Crotone 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 Crotone?
The sea temperature in Crotone ranges from 14.1 °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 Crotone in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Crotone?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Crotone?
The wettest month is October with 117 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 29 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Crotone get?
Crotone gets around 2,800 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.2 hours a day; in December there are 4.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Crotone in?
Crotone is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Crotone?
A nonstop flight from London to Crotone takes about 2 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,940 km.
Which school holidays are best for Crotone?
Crotone has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 17). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 69, summer holidays 97, October half-term 67, Christmas holidays 17.