Destination guide
Lake Como weather by month
July and August are the best months for warmth at Lake Como, with daytime averages of 27°C. June is a slightly cooler alternative at 25°C, while September's 22°C suits travellers who prefer gentler heat. Summer offers the most sunshine, but it is not reliably dry, so keep outdoor plans flexible. Spring needs more layers and waterproofs; autumn cools noticeably, and winter is better suited to brisk walks than lingering outdoors.
- Hottest month
- 27.3°CJuly
- Coolest month
- 7.4°CJanuary
- Rain per year
- 1470mmaverage total
- Flight from London
- 1 h 54 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Lake Como, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Lake Como the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Lake Como through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.4°C | 0.0°C | 4.3 | 65 | 7 | 0% |
| February | 9.0°C | 0.4°C | 5.0 | 66 | 7 | 0% |
| March | 13.3°C | 3.4°C | 5.7 | 87 | 9 | 0% |
| April | 16.7°C | 7.1°C | 5.7 | 127 | 12 | 1% |
| May | 20.9°C | 11.5°C | 6.1 | 141 | 14 | 12% |
| Junebest | 24.9°C | 15.6°C | 7.3 | 145 | 13 | 48% |
| Julybest | 27.3°C | 18.2°C | 8.4 | 112 | 11 | 79% |
| Augustbest | 26.8°C | 18.4°C | 7.5 | 151 | 12 | 74% |
| September | 22.0°C | 14.6°C | 5.9 | 153 | 10 | 18% |
| October | 17.0°C | 10.5°C | 4.1 | 167 | 11 | 1% |
| November | 11.7°C | 5.4°C | 3.5 | 175 | 11 | 0% |
| December | 7.8°C | 1.0°C | 3.9 | 81 | 7 | 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
- Day
- Night
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Lake Como
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August. November is the wettest month (175 mm, about 11 rainy days) and January the driest (65 mm).
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP, 34 km from Como) takes roughly 1 h 54 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Rome.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Lake Como between 1991 and 2020 reached 36.9°C on 11 August 2003; the coldest fell to -12.7°C on 4 February 2012. In July one day in ten tops 31.1°C and about 18% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to -2.9°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was October 1993 with 520 mm, against a October average of 167 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Lake Como
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:01 | 17:04 | 9.0 h | 4.3 h |
| February | 07:27 | 17:48 | 10.3 h | 5.0 h |
| March | 06:36 | 18:29 | 11.9 h | 5.7 h |
| April | 06:38 | 20:10 | 13.5 h | 5.7 h |
| May | 05:52 | 20:48 | 14.9 h | 6.1 h |
| June | 05:33 | 21:15 | 15.7 h | 7.3 h |
| July | 05:49 | 21:11 | 15.4 h | 8.4 h |
| August | 06:24 | 20:33 | 14.1 h | 7.5 h |
| September | 07:02 | 19:36 | 12.6 h | 5.9 h |
| October | 07:40 | 18:39 | 11.0 h | 4.1 h |
| November | 07:24 | 16:53 | 9.5 h | 3.5 h |
| December | 07:58 | 16:40 | 8.7 h | 3.9 h |
Spring - milder days, but keep waterproofs handy
Spring becomes progressively more comfortable for time outdoors, though warmer does not mean drier. March averages 13°C by day and 3°C at night, so a coat still earns its place in your luggage. April reaches 17°C, making walking more comfortable, but its 12 rain days argue against a schedule built entirely around being outside. May brings a more convincing taste of warmth at 21°C, with nights averaging 12°C. The catch is its 14 rain days: pack a waterproof alongside lighter clothes. Spring suits travellers happy to dress in layers and adjust plans, rather than those expecting consistent warmth and clear skies.
Summer - the strongest choice for warmth and sunshine
June, July and August are the strongest choices if warmth matters most. June averages 25°C during the day and 16°C at night, giving you warm afternoons without quite the same heat as later in summer. July and August both average 27°C by day, with nights at 18°C and 8 hours of sunshine. Choose lighter clothing for daytime, keep sun protection handy and leave more energetic walks for the cooler parts of the day. Rain remains the compromise: July averages 11 rain days and August 12, so even the sunniest period calls for a waterproof and some flexibility rather than an entirely outdoor itinerary.
Autumn and winter - a gentle start, then colder conditions
September is the gentlest transition out of summer, averaging 22°C by day and 15°C at night: comfortable for walking, with a layer useful later on. October drops to 17°C and 4 hours of sunshine, so plan outdoor time around the brighter spells. November feels cooler at 12°C and is the wettest month, making waterproof clothing more important than chasing mild afternoons. Winter suits travellers content with shorter stretches outdoors. December averages 8°C by day, January 7°C and February 9°C; nights sit close to freezing. Bring a warm coat and layers rather than relying on daytime sunshine. January is the driest month, but that does not make it a warm-weather choice: the main trade-off is less rain versus distinctly colder days.
A little more detail
Lake Como weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Lake Como?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Lake Como are July, August and June. July is the hottest month (average high 27.3°C) and January the coolest (7.4°C).
How many months a year is Lake Como over 25°C?
2 months in Lake Como average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 5 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Lake Como?
November is the wettest month in Lake Como (175 mm on average) and January the driest (65 mm). Annual rainfall averages 1470 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Lake Como?
The hottest day recorded in Lake Como between 1991 and 2020 reached 36.9°C on 11 August 2003; the coldest fell to -12.7°C on 4 February 2012. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
Is September a good alternative to summer?
Yes, if you prefer moderate warmth to hotter afternoons. September averages 22°C by day and 15°C at night, with 6 hours of sunshine and 10 rain days. It suits walking and outdoor time, provided you pack a layer and waterproof.
Will I need warm clothes in summer?
Mostly pack light clothing, but take a layer for evenings. June nights average 16°C, compared with 18°C in July and August. A lightweight waterproof is useful too, as rain remains part of the summer weather rather than disappearing in the warmer months.
Is April warm enough for an outdoor holiday?
April can suit a walking-focused trip, with daytime averages of 17°C, but it is not consistently warm holiday weather. Nights average 7°C and there are 12 rain days. Pack layers and waterproofs, and leave room to change outdoor plans.
See also: Italy weather by month · where else is hot in July
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Como. 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