AI-generatedViareggio at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,540 h
- Rain a year
- 1,078 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 2 m
Climate in Viareggio
Viareggio 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 12 °C. With around 2,540 hours of sunshine a year, Viareggio is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Viareggio
The best time to visit Viareggio 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 161 mm of precipitation.
Viareggio through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Viareggio in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Viareggio in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Viareggio in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 16–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Viareggio in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 12–13 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.8 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: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
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 13°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
07:3218:37
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:14–08:11 · evening 17:58–18:55
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:03–07:14 · evening 18:55–19:06
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 Viareggio 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 19° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 19°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 10° |
| Sea | 22° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in Viareggio in October?
In October, Viareggio is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 140 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Viareggio.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 6 min07:32 – 18:37
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 55 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %42 %
- Seaweight 25 %54 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %45 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %44 %
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 Viareggio
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 Viareggio: score 98 against 46. 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 | 46 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 18° |
| Sea | 20.8° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 5.7 h | 10.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 140 mm | 30 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 18 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Viareggio month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
16January12° · Sea 14° · 4.5 h
In January, Viareggio is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in January21February13° · Sea 13° · 5.6 h
In February, Viareggio is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 87 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in February22March16° · Sea 14° · 6.3 h
In March, Viareggio is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in March22April19° · Sea 15° · 6.9 h
In April, Viareggio is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in April55May23° · Sea 18° · 8.4 h
In May, Viareggio is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in May89June27° · Sea 22° · 9.3 h
In June, Viareggio is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 49 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in June98July30° · Sea 25° · 10.3 h
In July, Viareggio is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 30 mm. 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 Viareggio.
Viareggio in July97August31° · Sea 25° · 9.6 h
In August, Viareggio 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 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 47 mm. 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 Viareggio.
Viareggio in August85September26° · Sea 23° · 7.6 h
In September, Viareggio is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 104 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in September46October22° · Sea 21° · 5.7 h
In October, Viareggio is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 140 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in October17November16° · Sea 18° · 4.7 h
In November, Viareggio is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 161 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio in November13December12° · Sea 16° · 4.4 h
In December, Viareggio is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 116 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Viareggio.
Viareggio 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 Viareggio
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.
The coolest nights are in January (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 50 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 | 16 | 12° | 3° | 14.2° | 4.5 h | 10 | 89 |
| FebruaryFeb | 21 | 13° | 3° | 13.4° | 5.6 h | 10 | 87 |
| MarchMar | 22 | 16° | 5° | 13.6° | 6.3 h | 10 | 86 |
| AprilApr | 22 | 19° | 8° | 15.3° | 6.9 h | 12 | 90 |
| MayMay | 55 | 23° | 12° | 18.4° | 8.4 h | 11 | 81 |
| JuneJun | 89 | 27° | 16° | 22.4° | 9.3 h | 8 | 49 |
| JulyJul | 98 | 30° | 18° | 24.9° | 10.3 h | 5 | 30 |
| AugustAug | 97 | 31° | 19° | 25.4° | 9.6 h | 6 | 47 |
| SeptemberSep | 85 | 26° | 15° | 23.4° | 7.6 h | 10 | 104 |
| OctoberOct | 46 | 22° | 12° | 20.8° | 5.7 h | 12 | 140 |
| NovemberNov | 17 | 16° | 8° | 18.2° | 4.7 h | 13 | 161 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 12° | 4° | 15.7° | 4.4 h | 12 | 116 |
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
43.87° N, 10.25° E · 2 m · Europe/Rome
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Viareggio
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.9 – 21.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Viareggio ranges from 13.4 °C in February to 25.4 °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 24.3 and 26.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.2° | 13.4° | 14.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.4° | 12.8° | 14.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.6° | 13.1° | 14.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.3° | 14.6° | 16.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.4° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.4° | 21.2° | 24.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.9° | 23.5° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.4° | 24.3° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.4° | 22.4° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 20.8° | 19.9° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.2° | 17.1° | 19.0° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.7° | 14.7° | 16.6° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Viareggio
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 5.7 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Viareggio, 51 % 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
Rain in Viareggio: 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, Viareggio has about 12 rainy days with 140 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Viareggio
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 70 min
- Olive skin
- about 90 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 Viareggio
How breezy and how cloudy Viareggio 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 Viareggio 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 55 % of the sky over Viareggio: variable cloud, with about 5.7 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 Viareggio
How often the day gets hot in Viareggio (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, Viareggio 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
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Viareggio 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.
Viareggio has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15).
- 22
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 62
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 46
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 55 min
- Distance
- 1,160 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
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Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Viareggio vs Forte dei Marmi
In October the holiday weather in Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi is about equally good (score 46 vs 42). During the day Forte dei Marmi is 1 °C cooler than Viareggio. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Viareggio | Forte dei Marmi |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 46 | 42 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 21° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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In October, Viareggio ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Modena20°78
- 3Maranello20°77
- 4Reggio Emilia20°77
- 5Parma20°77
- 6Bologna21°77
- 7Imola20°77
- 8Piacenza19°76
- 23ViareggioThis page22°21°46
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Frequently asked questions about Viareggio
When is the best time to visit Viareggio?
The best time to visit Viareggio 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 Viareggio?
The sea temperature in Viareggio ranges from 13.4 °C in February to 25.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Viareggio in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Viareggio?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 19 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Viareggio?
The wettest month is November with 161 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 30 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Viareggio get?
Viareggio gets around 2,540 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Viareggio in?
Viareggio is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Viareggio?
A nonstop flight from London to Viareggio takes about 1 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,160 km.
Which school holidays are best for Viareggio?
Viareggio has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 22, May half-term 62, summer holidays 97, October half-term 46, Christmas holidays 15.