AI-generatedSanta Maria di Leuca at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,900 h
- Rain a year
- 653 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Santa Maria di Leuca
Santa Maria di Leuca has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,900 hours of sunshine a year, Santa Maria di Leuca is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Santa Maria di Leuca
The best time to visit Santa Maria di Leuca 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 June and from September to November. The wettest month is November with 109 mm of precipitation.
Santa Maria di Leuca through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Santa Maria di Leuca in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 15–22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Santa Maria di Leuca in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Santa Maria di Leuca in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Santa Maria di Leuca in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
06:5518:09
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 06:39–07:32 · evening 17:32–18:26
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:28–06:39 · evening 18:26–18:36
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 Santa Maria di Leuca compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 15° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Santa Maria di Leuca in October?
In October, Santa Maria di Leuca is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min06:55 – 18:09
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %53 %
- Seaweight 25 %64 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %67 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %65 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Santa Maria di Leuca
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 Santa Maria di Leuca: score 100 against 61. In July, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in July. July has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 61 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 23° |
| Sea | 21.5° | 25.3° |
| Sunshine | 7.0 h | 11.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 102 mm | 10 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 5better | 23 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Santa Maria di Leuca month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
20January13° · Sea 14° · 5.4 h
In January, Santa Maria di Leuca is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in January24February13° · Sea 14° · 6.0 h
In February, Santa Maria di Leuca is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 57 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in February27March15° · Sea 14° · 7.2 h
In March, Santa Maria di Leuca is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in March31April18° · Sea 15° · 7.9 h
In April, Santa Maria di Leuca is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in April62May22° · Sea 18° · 9.4 h
In May, Santa Maria di Leuca is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 32 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in May94June27° · Sea 22° · 10.9 h
In June, Santa Maria di Leuca is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in June100July30° · Sea 25° · 11.6 h
In July, Santa Maria di Leuca is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 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 Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in July100August30° · Sea 26° · 10.8 h
In August, Santa Maria di Leuca is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 18 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 Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in August94September26° · Sea 25° · 8.6 h
In September, Santa Maria di Leuca is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in September61October22° · Sea 22° · 7.0 h
In October, Santa Maria di Leuca is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in October24November18° · Sea 18° · 5.6 h
In November, Santa Maria di Leuca is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 109 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in November18December14° · Sea 16° · 4.9 h
In December, Santa Maria di Leuca is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santa Maria di Leuca.
Santa Maria di Leuca in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Santa Maria di Leuca
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (8°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 83 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 | 20 | 13° | 9° | 14.3° | 5.4 h | 10 | 69 |
| FebruaryFeb | 24 | 13° | 8° | 14.1° | 6.0 h | 8 | 57 |
| MarchMar | 27 | 15° | 10° | 14.3° | 7.2 h | 9 | 61 |
| AprilApr | 31 | 18° | 13° | 15.3° | 7.9 h | 8 | 45 |
| MayMay | 62 | 22° | 16° | 18.2° | 9.4 h | 5 | 32 |
| JuneJun | 94 | 27° | 21° | 22.3° | 10.9 h | 3 | 16 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 23° | 25.3° | 11.6 h | 2 | 10 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 24° | 26.2° | 10.8 h | 2 | 16 |
| SeptemberSep | 94 | 26° | 21° | 24.6° | 8.6 h | 7 | 61 |
| OctoberOct | 61 | 22° | 17° | 21.5° | 7.0 h | 9 | 102 |
| NovemberNov | 24 | 18° | 13° | 18.4° | 5.6 h | 11 | 109 |
| DecemberDec | 18 | 14° | 10° | 15.8° | 4.9 h | 10 | 77 |
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
Sea temperature in Santa Maria di Leuca
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.3 – 22.5 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Santa Maria di Leuca ranges from 14.1 °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 25.4 and 27.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.3° | 13.3° | 15.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.1° | 13.3° | 14.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.3° | 13.5° | 15.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.3° | 14.7° | 16.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.2° | 17.3° | 19.2° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.3° | 21.3° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.3° | 24.2° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.2° | 25.4° | 27.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.6° | 23.5° | 26.0° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.5° | 20.3° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.4° | 17.2° | 19.3° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.8° | 14.7° | 16.8° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Santa Maria di Leuca
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 7.0 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Santa Maria di Leuca, 63 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 2 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Santa Maria di Leuca: 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, Santa Maria di Leuca has about 9 rainy days with 102 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Santa Maria di Leuca
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 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Santa Maria di Leuca
How breezy and how cloudy Santa Maria di Leuca 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 Santa Maria di Leuca typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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: Sep – May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Santa Maria di Leuca: mostly sunny, with about 7.0 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Santa Maria di Leuca
How often the day gets hot in Santa Maria di Leuca (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, Santa Maria di Leuca has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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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Santa Maria di Leuca 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.
Santa Maria di Leuca has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 19).
- 30
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 61
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 19
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 10 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.
Good to know: Italy
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Italian
- Sockets
- Type C, F, L · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +39
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Santa Maria di Leuca vs Otranto
In October the holiday weather in Santa Maria di Leuca and Otranto is about equally good (score 61 vs 64). During the day Otranto is 1 °C warmer than Santa Maria di Leuca. The sea in Otranto is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Santa Maria di Leuca | Otranto |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 61 | 64 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 23° |
| Sea | 22° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Italy in October: the best places
In October, Santa Maria di Leuca ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Taranto23°22°85
- 2Lecce23°83
- 3Foggia23°83
- 4Alberobello21°82
- 5Matera22°82
- 6Bari22°21°81
- 7Lamezia Terme23°78
- 8San Giovanni Rotondo19°77
- 23Santa Maria di LeucaThis page22°22°61
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Frequently asked questions about Santa Maria di Leuca
When is the best time to visit Santa Maria di Leuca?
The best time to visit Santa Maria di Leuca 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 Santa Maria di Leuca?
The sea temperature in Santa Maria di Leuca ranges from 14.1 °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 Santa Maria di Leuca in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Santa Maria di Leuca?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Santa Maria di Leuca?
The wettest month is November with 109 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 10 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Santa Maria di Leuca get?
Santa Maria di Leuca gets around 2,900 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.6 hours a day; in December there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Santa Maria di Leuca in?
Santa Maria di Leuca is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Santa Maria di Leuca?
A nonstop flight from London to Santa Maria di Leuca takes about 2 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,940 km.
Which school holidays are best for Santa Maria di Leuca?
Santa Maria di Leuca has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 19). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 30, May half-term 68, summer holidays 100, October half-term 61, Christmas holidays 19.