AI-generatedLecce at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 32°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,730 h
- Rain a year
- 636 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 49 m
Climate in Lecce
Lecce has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,730 hours of sunshine a year, Lecce is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April – June, September – October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
06:5718:09
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 06:40–07:33 · evening 17:32–18:26
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:29–06:40 · evening 18:26–18:37
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.
What is the weather like in Lecce in October?
In October, Lecce is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 89 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Lecce.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 13 min06:57 – 18:09
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2Europe/Rome
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %69 %
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
Sunshine hours in Lecce
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 11.2 hours of daylight in Lecce, 58 % of the day.
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.
UV index in Lecce
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 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen it, 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.
Rain in Lecce: 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, Lecce has about 8 rainy days with 89 mm of rain in total.
Wind and clouds in Lecce
How breezy and how cloudy Lecce 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 Lecce typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, light breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 45 % of the sky over Lecce: 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 Lecce
How often the day gets hot in Lecce (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, Lecce has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Lecce
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 (10+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 3 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 June to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May 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 45 days a year, mostly from July to August.
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 | 49 | 13° | 7° | 4.9 h | 9 | 63 |
| FebruaryFeb | 56 | 13° | 7° | 5.5 h | 8 | 56 |
| MarchMar | 69 | 16° | 9° | 6.7 h | 9 | 61 |
| AprilApr | 87 | 19° | 11° | 7.6 h | 8 | 49 |
| MayMay | 96 | 24° | 15° | 9.2 h | 6 | 39 |
| JuneJun | 87 | 29° | 20° | 10.3 h | 4 | 21 |
| JulyJul | 69 | 32° | 22° | 11.1 h | 2 | 12 |
| AugustAug | 69 | 32° | 22° | 10.4 h | 3 | 18 |
| SeptemberSep | 90 | 27° | 19° | 8.1 h | 7 | 61 |
| OctoberOct | 82 | 22° | 16° | 6.5 h | 8 | 89 |
| NovemberNov | 73 | 18° | 12° | 4.9 h | 10 | 100 |
| DecemberDec | 53 | 14° | 9° | 4.5 h | 9 | 68 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, 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
40.35° N, 18.17° E · 49 m · Europe/Rome
Best time to visit Lecce
The best time to visit Lecce is from April to June and from September 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 November with 100 mm of precipitation.
Lecce through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Lecce in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 16–24 °C by day
- 8 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Lecce in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 29–32 °C by day
- 11 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Lecce in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 18–27 °C by day
- 7 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Lecce in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 13–14 °C by day
- 5 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
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Your best months: May
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Compare two months in Lecce
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May has the better holiday weather in Lecce: score 96 against 82. In May, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. May has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 82 | 96better |
| Day high | 22° | 24° |
| Night low | 16° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 89 mm | 39 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 3 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Lecce month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
49January13° · 5 h
In January, Lecce is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 63 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in January56February13° · 6 h
In February, Lecce is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in February69March16° · 7 h
In March, Lecce is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 61 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in March87April19° · 8 h
In April, Lecce is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in April96May24° · 9 h
In May, Lecce is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in May87June29° · 10 h
In June, Lecce is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in June69July32° · 11 h
In July, Lecce is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in July69August32° · 10 h
In August, Lecce is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 18 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in August90September27° · 8 h
In September, Lecce is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 61 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in September82October22° · 7 h
In October, Lecce is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 89 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in October73November18° · 5 h
In November, Lecce is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Lecce.
Lecce in November53December14° · 5 h
In December, Lecce is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 68 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Lecce.
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Lecce vs. Otranto
In October the holiday weather in Lecce and Otranto is about equally good (score 82 vs. 83). During the day it is about as warm in Otranto as in Lecce.
| in October | Lecce | Otranto |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 82 | 83 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | – | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 |
| Best time | Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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In October, Lecce ranks 4 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 5Alberobello20°82
- 6Bari21°21°82
- 7Palermo24°23°82
- 8Corleone21°79
Planning a trip to Lecce
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Lecce 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.
Lecce has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 51).
- 82
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 18 °C by day
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 94
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 69
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
- 82
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 22 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 51
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 13 °C by day
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,890 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.
Frequently asked questions about Lecce
When is the best time to visit Lecce?
The best time to visit Lecce 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 Lecce?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Lecce?
The wettest month is November with 100 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 12 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Lecce get?
Lecce gets around 2,730 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 4.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Lecce in?
Lecce uses the time zone Europe/Rome: UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Lecce?
A nonstop flight from London to Lecce takes about 2 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,890 km.
Which school holidays are best for Lecce?
Lecce has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 51). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 82, May half-term 94, Summer holidays 69, October half-term 82, Christmas holidays 51.
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