The best months to visit Verona are April, May, June, September and October, when average highs land in the comfortable 18.6 °C to 28 °C range and the city is at its most walkable. September in particular pairs an average high of 24.8 °C with just 9 rain days, while October settles to 19.5 °C highs and 8 rain days. July and August are peak season, with average highs of 30.2 °C and 30 °C and school-holiday crowds around the Arena. Winter is the quiet, low season, cooler at 7.8 °C in January but atmospheric and calm.
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Verona month by month
Average highs and lows (°C), 2016–2025. Highlighted bars are the best months.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.8 °C | 0.2 °C | 6 | 6.6 h |
| February | 10.9 °C | 2.7 °C | 8 | 7 h |
| March | 14.6 °C | 5 °C | 10 | 9 h |
| April | 18.6 °C | 8.8 °C | 10 | 10.5 h |
| May | 22 °C | 13.1 °C | 16 | 10.7 h |
| June | 28 °C | 18.3 °C | 11 | 13.2 h |
| July | 30.2 °C | 20.3 °C | 11 | 13.4 h |
| August | 30 °C | 20.1 °C | 9 | 12.1 h |
| September | 24.8 °C | 15.6 °C | 9 | 10.4 h |
| October | 19.5 °C | 11.1 °C | 8 | 8.1 h |
| November | 12.7 °C | 5.5 °C | 10 | 6.3 h |
| December | 8.6 °C | 1.6 °C | 7 | 5.5 h |
How the months are picked.A month qualifies when its average high sits in the comfortable 20–28 °C band (scored down towards 9 °C and 37 °C), rain days are few and sunshine hours are high — at least 78 % of the city's best-scoring month. July and August are then set aside as peak season (school-holiday crowds and prices) whenever at least three other months qualify; where summer is the only comfortable window they stay. Figures are ten-year averages (2016-01-01 to 2025-12-31) from ERA5 reanalysis data via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) for the city centre coordinates.
When to go, and what to expect
Spring (Mar–May)
Ideal for sightseeing and gardens — pack a light layer and an umbrella for May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Best for the Arena's summer opera festival if you can handle the heat.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Arguably the sweet spot — warm days, clear light and thinner crowds.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
For festive markets and museum days without the queues — bring warm clothes.
Notable events
- June to September
- Arena di Verona Opera Festival
- February
- Verona in Love (Valentine's celebrations)
- November to December
- Christmas Markets in Piazza Bra
- April
- Vinitaly wine fair
Frequently asked
Is Verona too hot in August?
August is hot, with average highs of 30 °C and 12.1 hours of sunshine a day. It's manageable for evening opera but heavy for midday sightseeing — plan around the cooler mornings.
What is the rainiest month in Verona?
May sees the most rain days at 16, so bring an umbrella. Autumn is drier, with September and October seeing 9 and 8 rain days.
Is winter worth visiting?
Winter is quiet and cool — January highs reach just 7.8 °C with 6.6 hours of sunshine. It suits Christmas markets and uncrowded sights rather than outdoor days.
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Sources
- Open-Meteo historical weather API — monthly climate normals, 2016–2025 (CC BY 4.0)
- ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF / Copernicus) — the underlying temperature, precipitation and sunshine data
- ReasonStay methodology — how the best months are computed and checked
An independent guide to Verona — honest, verified, no invented data. Climate figures: ERA5 via Open-Meteo, 2016–2025 averages; the best months are computed from them, not opinion.