AI-generatedTerracina at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,770 h
- Rain a year
- 986 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 22 m
Climate in Terracina
Terracina 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 13 °C. With around 2,770 hours of sunshine a year, Terracina is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Terracina
The best time to visit Terracina 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 October. The wettest month is November with 156 mm of precipitation.
Terracina through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Terracina in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Terracina in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Terracina in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Terracina in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 32 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 – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – August
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 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:1718:28
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 07:00–07:55 · evening 17:51–18:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:49–07:00 · evening 18:45–18:56
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 Terracina 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 20° 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° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 13° |
| Sea | 23° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Terracina in October?
In October, Terracina is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 118 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Terracina.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 11 min07:17 – 18:28
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 53 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %60 %
- Seaweight 25 %69 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %54 %
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 Terracina
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 Terracina: score 100 against 61. In July, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in July. July has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 61 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 21° |
| Sea | 21.8° | 25.1° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 11.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 118 mm | 22 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 23 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Terracina month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
17January13° · Sea 15° · 5.0 h
In January, Terracina is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 93 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in January22February14° · Sea 14° · 6.2 h
In February, Terracina is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in February23March16° · Sea 14° · 6.8 h
In March, Terracina is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in March25April19° · Sea 16° · 7.5 h
In April, Terracina is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 80 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in April63May23° · Sea 19° · 9.1 h
In May, Terracina is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 68 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in May92June28° · Sea 23° · 10.2 h
In June, Terracina is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 34 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in June100July30° · Sea 25° · 11.0 h
In July, Terracina is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 17 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 Terracina.
Terracina in July98August31° · Sea 26° · 10.5 h
In August, Terracina is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 21 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 Terracina.
Terracina in August89September27° · Sea 24° · 8.1 h
In September, Terracina is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in September61October23° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In October, Terracina is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 118 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in October21November18° · Sea 19° · 5.1 h
In November, Terracina is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 156 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in November16December14° · Sea 17° · 4.8 h
In December, Terracina is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 118 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Terracina.
Terracina in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Terracina
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 January (6°), the warmest in August (21°). 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) in June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 75 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 | 17 | 13° | 6° | 15.2° | 5.0 h | 11 | 93 |
| FebruaryFeb | 22 | 14° | 6° | 14.4° | 6.2 h | 10 | 90 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 16° | 8° | 14.3° | 6.8 h | 11 | 91 |
| AprilApr | 25 | 19° | 10° | 15.6° | 7.5 h | 11 | 80 |
| MayMay | 63 | 23° | 14° | 18.6° | 9.1 h | 10 | 68 |
| JuneJun | 92 | 28° | 18° | 22.5° | 10.2 h | 6 | 34 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 21° | 25.1° | 11.0 h | 4 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 98 | 31° | 21° | 26.0° | 10.5 h | 5 | 27 |
| SeptemberSep | 89 | 27° | 18° | 24.3° | 8.1 h | 10 | 90 |
| OctoberOct | 61 | 23° | 15° | 21.8° | 6.5 h | 10 | 118 |
| NovemberNov | 21 | 18° | 11° | 19.3° | 5.1 h | 14 | 156 |
| DecemberDec | 16 | 14° | 7° | 16.8° | 4.8 h | 11 | 118 |
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 Terracina
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.7 – 22.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Terracina ranges from 14.3 °C in March to 26.0 °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 25.0 and 27.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.2° | 14.5° | 16.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.4° | 13.7° | 15.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.3° | 13.6° | 15.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.6° | 14.8° | 16.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.6° | 17.9° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.5° | 21.5° | 24.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.1° | 23.8° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.0° | 25.0° | 27.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.3° | 23.1° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.8° | 20.7° | 22.9° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.3° | 18.3° | 20.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.8° | 15.9° | 17.8° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Terracina
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 Terracina, 58 % 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 Terracina: 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, Terracina has about 10 rainy days with 118 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Terracina
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 80 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 Terracina
How breezy and how cloudy Terracina 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 Terracina typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 53 % of the sky over Terracina: 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 Terracina
How often the day gets hot in Terracina (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, Terracina 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 Terracina
Weather for your travel dates
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Terracina 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.
Terracina has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 17).
- 24
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 69
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 99
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
- 61
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: Sightseeing & walks
- 17
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °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 20 min
- Distance
- 1,540 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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Terracina vs Sperlonga
In October the holiday weather in Terracina and Sperlonga is about equally good (score 61 vs 58). During the day Sperlonga is 1 °C cooler than Terracina. The sea is about equally warm. Sperlonga gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Terracina | Sperlonga |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 61 | 58 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 11 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Terracina
When is the best time to visit Terracina?
The best time to visit Terracina 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 Terracina?
The sea temperature in Terracina ranges from 14.3 °C in March to 26.0 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Terracina in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Terracina?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Terracina?
The wettest month is November with 156 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 22 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Terracina get?
Terracina gets around 2,770 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.0 hours a day; in December there are 4.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Terracina in?
Terracina is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Terracina?
A nonstop flight from London to Terracina takes about 2 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,540 km.
Which school holidays are best for Terracina?
Terracina has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 17). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 24, May half-term 69, summer holidays 99, October half-term 61, Christmas holidays 17.