AI-generatedPozzuoli at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,630 h
- Rain a year
- 1,077 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 28 m
Climate in Pozzuoli
Pozzuoli has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year, Pozzuoli is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Pozzuoli
The best time to visit Pozzuoli 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 October. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 202 mm.
Pozzuoli through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Pozzuoli in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Pozzuoli in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Pozzuoli in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Pozzuoli in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 35 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 – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
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 forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
07:1318:25
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 06:56–07:51 · evening 17:48–18:42
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:46–06:56 · evening 18:42–18:53
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 Pozzuoli 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 23° to 21°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 10° |
| Sea | 23° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Pozzuoli in October?
In October, Pozzuoli is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours 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 Pozzuoli.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 12 min07:13 – 18:25
- 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
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %72 %
- Seaweight 25 %70 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %55 %
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 Pozzuoli
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 Pozzuoli: score 100 against 65. In July, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in July. July has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 19° |
| Sea | 21.9° | 25.4° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 10.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 123 mm | 12 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 20 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Pozzuoli month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
15January13° · Sea 15° · 4.8 h
In January, Pozzuoli is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °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 125 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in January20February14° · Sea 14° · 5.8 h
In February, Pozzuoli is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in February22March16° · Sea 14° · 6.3 h
In March, Pozzuoli is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 97 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in March28April19° · Sea 16° · 7.1 h
In April, Pozzuoli is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in April68May24° · Sea 19° · 8.4 h
In May, Pozzuoli is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in May96June28° · Sea 23° · 9.6 h
In June, Pozzuoli is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in June100July31° · Sea 25° · 10.5 h
In July, Pozzuoli is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in July97August32° · Sea 26° · 10.1 h
In August, Pozzuoli is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 23 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 Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in August90September28° · Sea 24° · 7.9 h
In September, Pozzuoli is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in September65October23° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In October, Pozzuoli is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours 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 Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in October20November18° · Sea 19° · 4.8 h
In November, Pozzuoli is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 202 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in November13December14° · Sea 17° · 4.5 h
In December, Pozzuoli is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 146 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Pozzuoli.
Pozzuoli in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Pozzuoli
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (3°), the warmest in August (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 66 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 | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15 | 13° | 3° | 15.2° | 4.8 h | 12 | 125 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 14° | 3° | 14.3° | 5.8 h | 11 | 107 |
| MarchMar | 22 | 16° | 6° | 14.3° | 6.3 h | 11 | 97 |
| AprilApr | 28 | 19° | 8° | 15.6° | 7.1 h | 10 | 70 |
| MayMay | 68 | 24° | 12° | 18.8° | 8.4 h | 7 | 51 |
| JuneJun | 96 | 28° | 16° | 22.8° | 9.6 h | 3 | 22 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 31° | 19° | 25.4° | 10.5 h | 2 | 12 |
| AugustAug | 97 | 32° | 19° | 26.2° | 10.1 h | 3 | 20 |
| SeptemberSep | 90 | 28° | 16° | 24.4° | 7.9 h | 9 | 102 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 23° | 12° | 21.9° | 6.5 h | 10 | 123 |
| NovemberNov | 20 | 18° | 8° | 19.3° | 4.8 h | 14 | 202 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 14° | 5° | 16.9° | 4.5 h | 13 | 146 |
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 Pozzuoli
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.9 – 22.8 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Pozzuoli ranges from 14.3 °C in February to 26.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
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 25.3 and 27.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.2° | 14.5° | 15.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.3° | 13.5° | 14.9° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.3° | 13.6° | 15.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.6° | 14.9° | 16.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.8° | 18.1° | 19.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.8° | 21.8° | 23.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.4° | 24.1° | 26.7° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.2° | 25.3° | 27.2° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.4° | 23.3° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.9° | 20.9° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.3° | 18.3° | 20.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.9° | 16.0° | 17.8° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Pozzuoli
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 Pozzuoli, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 24 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Pozzuoli: 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, Pozzuoli has about 10 rainy days with 123 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Pozzuoli
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 75 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 Pozzuoli
How breezy and how cloudy Pozzuoli 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 Pozzuoli 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: Nov.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Pozzuoli: 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 Pozzuoli
How often the day gets hot in Pozzuoli (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, Pozzuoli 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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Pozzuoli 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.
Pozzuoli has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14).
- 26
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 74
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 98
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 14
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.7 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 25 min
- Distance
- 1,620 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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Pozzuoli vs Naples
In October Naples has the better holiday weather (score 72 vs 65). During the day Naples is 1 °C warmer than Pozzuoli. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Pozzuoli | Naples |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 72 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct |
Through the year
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In October, Pozzuoli ranks 19 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 19PozzuoliThis page23°22°65
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Frequently asked questions about Pozzuoli
When is the best time to visit Pozzuoli?
The best time to visit Pozzuoli 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 Pozzuoli?
The sea temperature in Pozzuoli ranges from 14.3 °C in February to 26.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Pozzuoli in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Pozzuoli?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 19 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Pozzuoli?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 202 mm. The driest month is July with 12 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Pozzuoli get?
Pozzuoli gets around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.5 hours a day; in December there are 4.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Pozzuoli in?
Pozzuoli is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Pozzuoli?
A nonstop flight from London to Pozzuoli takes about 2 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,620 km.
Which school holidays are best for Pozzuoli?
Pozzuoli has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 14). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 26, May half-term 74, summer holidays 98, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 14.