Your October weather guide
MildWeather in Florence in October
October is a good time for Florence if you want mild weather for exploring rather than reliable warmth and sunshine. Average highs of 19.4°C make walking comfortable, while nights around 11°C call for an extra layer. The catch is rain, with about 12 rainy days during the month. For a UK traveller, it offers warmer afternoons than London, but you should plan a flexible city break rather than expect consistently dry days.
Long-term climate averages for Florence, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Florence, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Florence.
- Average daytime high
- 19.4°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 24°C
- Average night-time low
- 11.0°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 7°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +4.8°C
- London averages 14.6°C in October
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 4.6h
- 43% of 10.8 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 12
- 113 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days over 25°C
- 4%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 28.7°C
- 2011-10-05
- Record low 1991-2020
- 0.1°C
- 2003-10-26
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 12 min
- 1185 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How October compares
October is the 6th warmest month of the year in Florence and ranks 118th of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Within Italy it is 10th of 16 (Italy in October). Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Florence is 4.8°C warmer by day and 2.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in October
The typical October day in Florence peaks at 19.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 26 days top 25°C. Nights average 11.0°C; one night in ten drops to 6.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 28.7°C (2011-10-05) and the coldest night 0.1°C (2003-10-26).
Rain in October
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 113 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 1992 with 310 mm, the driest 2017 with 17 mm. Humidity averages 80%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:29 and sets about 18:32 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 57%.
Is October a good time to visit Florence?
October is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Florence on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.
Comfortable afternoons, cooler evenings
Florence in October suits travellers who prefer walking without strong heat. The average daytime high is 4.8°C above London's, a useful lift in warmth without making hot afternoons the norm. Warmer spells can reach 23.5°C or more, so lighter clothing still has a place in your bag. Layers are the better default, though: start with a light top and carry a jumper or jacket for shade and the evening. Nights average 11°C, and the coldest can fall to 6.5°C or below. If you plan to stay out after dark, pack for that cooler end rather than dressing only for the afternoon forecast.
Plan around rain, not just temperature
Rain is the main reason to hesitate over October. About 12 days have measurable rain, so waterproof shoes and a rain jacket are more useful than a bag packed only for mild afternoons. That does not mean every wet day is a complete washout, but it does make rigid outdoor plans a gamble. Keep indoor alternatives available and use dry spells for longer walks. There are about 4.6 hours of sunshine within 10.8 hours of daylight, so daylight should not be confused with clear skies. Put your outdoor priorities earlier in the day to leave room for weather-related changes, rather than relying on late afternoon.
A little perspective
Florence through the year
October is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.4°C | 1.8°C | 3.4 | 67 | 10 | 0% |
| February | 10.6°C | 1.8°C | 4.5 | 76 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 14.3°C | 4.4°C | 5.3 | 72 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 17.7°C | 7.3°C | 5.8 | 82 | 12 | 1% |
| May | 21.9°C | 11.4°C | 6.9 | 74 | 10 | 19% |
| Junebest | 26.4°C | 15.6°C | 8.9 | 48 | 7 | 64% |
| Julybest | 29.7°C | 18.3°C | 10.8 | 29 | 4 | 92% |
| Augustbest | 29.9°C | 18.7°C | 9.6 | 33 | 5 | 92% |
| September | 24.7°C | 14.6°C | 6.9 | 85 | 9 | 46% |
| OctoberSelected | 19.4°C | 11.0°C | 4.6 | 113 | 12 | 4% |
| November | 14.0°C | 6.8°C | 3.3 | 128 | 13 | 0% |
| December | 10.1°C | 2.9°C | 3.4 | 97 | 12 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
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- Night
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A little more detail
Florence in October FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Florence hot in October?
Florence is mild in October: the average daytime high is 19.4°C and nights average 11.0°C. Roughly 1 in 26 October days reach 25°C.
How much does it rain in Florence in October?
Florence sees about 12 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 113 mm of rain in a typical October. The wettest October between 1991 and 2020 was 1992 (310 mm) and the driest was 2017 (17 mm).
How sunny is Florence in October?
Florence gets around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day in October out of 10.8 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Florence compare with the UK in October?
Florence is on average 4.8°C warmer than London by day in October (19.4°C against 14.6°C).
What is the hottest October on record in Florence?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day in Florence reached 28.7°C on 2011-10-05, and the coldest night dropped to 0.1°C on 2003-10-26.
Is Florence likely to be hot in October?
Usually not. October is mild, with an average daytime high of 19.4°C. Only 4% of days reach 25°C, so it suits travellers who dislike heat better than those seeking hot weather. A warm afternoon is possible, but it should not shape your whole packing list.
Is Florence a short-haul option from London?
Yes. The flight from London takes about 2 h 12 min, making Florence a short-haul choice. October offers a mild-weather city break rather than dependable sun, so the short flight is best weighed against your willingness to work around rain.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Florence. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C