Milan at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 29°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,470 h
- Rain a year
- 1,165 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 122 m
Climate in Milan
Milan has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 7 °C. With around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year, Milan is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.6 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – October
What is the weather like in Milan in October?
In October, Milan is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 2 min07:38 – 18:40
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 61 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2Europe/Rome
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %97 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %32 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %58 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sunshine hours in Milan
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 4.9 of 11.0 hours of daylight in Milan, 45 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Milan: 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, Milan has about 10 rainy days with 123 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 29 | 7° | −1° | 4.9 h | 7 | 64 |
| FebruaryFeb | 42 | 10° | 0° | 6.0 h | 7 | 63 |
| MarchMar | 64 | 14° | 3° | 7.2 h | 8 | 75 |
| AprilApr | 78 | 18° | 7° | 7.5 h | 11 | 96 |
| MayMay | 77 | 22° | 12° | 7.8 h | 13 | 118 |
| JuneJun | 86 | 27° | 17° | 9.0 h | 10 | 98 |
| JulyJul | 75 | 29° | 19° | 9.6 h | 10 | 88 |
| AugustAug | 77 | 28° | 19° | 8.5 h | 11 | 116 |
| SeptemberSep | 82 | 23° | 14° | 7.0 h | 9 | 110 |
| OctoberOct | 72 | 18° | 10° | 4.9 h | 10 | 123 |
| NovemberNov | 39 | 12° | 5° | 4.4 h | 11 | 142 |
| DecemberDec | 27 | 7° | 0° | 4.4 h | 7 | 74 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
45.46° N, 9.19° E · 122 m · Europe/Rome
Best time to visit Milan
The best time to visit Milan is from April to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in April and in June and from September to October. Rain is most frequent in May; the wettest month is November with 142 mm.
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Your best months: May, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr, Jun, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May
12 or more rainy days
Milan month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
29January7° · 5 h
In January, Milan is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 64 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in January42February10° · 6 h
In February, Milan is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in February64March14° · 7 h
In March, Milan is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in March78April18° · 8 h
In April, Milan is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in April77May22° · 8 h
In May, Milan is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 118 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in May86June27° · 9 h
In June, Milan is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 98 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in June75July29° · 10 h
In July, Milan is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 88 mm in total. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in July77August28° · 9 h
In August, Milan is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 116 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in August82September23° · 7 h
In September, Milan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in September72October18° · 5 h
In October, Milan is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in October39November12° · 4 h
In November, Milan is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 142 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Milan.
Milan in November27December7° · 4 h
In December, Milan is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 74 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Milan.
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Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 40 min
- Distance
- 970 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Milan
When is the best time to visit Milan?
The best time to visit Milan is from April to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Milan?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 19 °C. January is the coolest month at 7 °C.
When does it rain most in Milan?
Rain is most frequent in May; the wettest month is November with 142 mm. The driest month is February with 63 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Milan get?
Milan gets around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.6 hours a day; in November there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Milan in?
Milan uses the time zone Europe/Rome: UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Milan?
A nonstop flight from London to Milan takes about 1 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 970 km.
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