Italy Florence Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Florence is very-high
October is very-high for Florence.
Best shoulder-season value. Lower than September prices + still mild. Olive oil + wine harvest tours.
Travel score
Florence October Weather Stats
Avg High
21°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
10
90mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
moderate
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
19°C
swimming possible (chilly)
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
20°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 21/10°C still mild
- Olive oil + wine harvest tours
- Crowds dropping sharply
- Cheaper than peak season
Cons
- Rain 10 days/month
- Daylight dropping
- Variable weather
October Events & Festivals
- Wine festivals throughout Tuscany
- Olive oil harvest
Florence in October — Full Picture
Best shoulder-season value. Lower than September prices + still mild. Olive oil + wine harvest tours.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like Korean October. Light jacket, knit, scarf.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
8.3°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.3°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current20.3°C
10°C
9.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11°C
2.7°C
9.3/mo
Florence Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 2° | 9d·65mm | 3h | 79% | 1 | Quiet | Peak | |
| 12° | 3° | 9d·70mm | 4h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 15° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 10d·75mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 9d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 27° | 16° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 18° | 5d·35mm | 10h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 18° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 14° | 8d·75mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 10° | 10d·90mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 6° | 11d·110mm | 3h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 3° | 10d·80mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Florence October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Florence?
Florence in October is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Florence in October?
Florence October averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Florence in October?
Florence October averages 90mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Florence in October?
Like Korean October. Light jacket, knit, scarf.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Florence in October?
Florence October sunrise is 07:20 and sunset is 18:25, with 11h 5min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Florence in October?
Florence October air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Florence in October?
In October, Florence is great for Uffizi + Accademia + Duomo Dome, Olive oil + wine harvest tours, Pitti Palace + Boboli foliage.
Is October peak season in Florence?
Florence October crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.