Weather in Lake Como: When to Take a Journey

When planning a trip to Lake Como, do not forget to check the weather in Lake Como. Unlike southern Italy, winter in Lake Como (Lombardy) is quite cold; it rains for a long time in autumn, and summer in Lake Como may be torrid. However, in-season clothes can help you enjoy Lake Como all year round. COMO LAKE Today’s editorial team have prepared the Ultimate Lake Como Weather Guide to make your trip as comfortable as possible.

Lake Como Italy Weather

The Lake Como Italy weather is quite changeable. The climate in Lake Como is mild and humid. The proximity of water makes the weather even milder and more rainy than other places nearby like the Po River Valley. The mountains surrounding the lake protect this area from strong winds. Average daily air temperatures range from +4°C (39°F) in January to 23.5°C (74.5°F) in July. But temperatures are becoming hotter. In 2019 there were record high temperatures for June and July with most days reaching between 30-35°C (86-95°F).

Best Time to Visit Lake Como

The best time to visit this picturesque corner of Italy is from April to October. At that time Lake Como offers pleasant breezes, bright sunshine and flower-scented air.

Weather in Lake Como Italy by Month

Lake Como Weather January. It’s the coldest month. The average temperature in January does not rise above +6°C (43°F) during the day, while at night mercury drops below 0°C (32°F). As for precipitation, it snows and rains on average 5-6 days per month.

Lake Como Weather February. The end of winter season does not differ much from January. Air temperatures rise up to +5–8°C (41–46.5°F). At the same time rainfall is rare—only 35 mm. If you want to see Lake Como in winter — February is your month.

Lake Como Weather March. Spring along Lake Como is very sunny. Air temperatures range from +9°C (48°F) to +13° (55.5°F). At night, mercury drops to February’s levels. Tours through the cities of Como and surrounding areas in spring may be impaired a little by rain, which on average falls for 11-13 days in March.

Lake Como Weather April. Despite the fact that April has more daylight hours and brighter sunshine, rain is not uncommon. On average, Lake Como has about 110 mm of rainfall in April. The maximum temperature in this month can reach a comfortable level of +15°C (59°F).

Lake Como Weather May. Sophisticated travellers are recommend to visit Lake Como in spring at least once in your life. During 11 daylight hours you will enjoy +15–17°C (59–62.5°F) temperatures, blossoming gardens, and boat trips. It often rains in May though (up to 15-17 days).

Lake Como Weather June. In June, Lake Como usually has warm, sunny days with average temperatures of +20–24°C (68–75°F), as well as humidity of 60–66%. The rainy season continues in the first summer month. Average rainfall in June reaches 134 mm.

Lake Como Weather July. It’s of course very hot and can even be hotter than August. Air temperatures reach +26–29°C (79–84°F), so it’s better to stay in the shade from 12 to 3 p.m. In the middle of summer it still rains sometimes, but much less (about 98 mm). It is not uncommon to have humidity levels so high that summer storms are created and it can even hail. 

Lake Como Weather August. The daily temperature in Como in August is +26°C (79°F). At night, the air warms up to +18°C (64.5°F). The amount of rainfall is like July’s average. August is usually the hottest month at Lake Como.

Lake Como Weather September. In the first autumn month tourists can still enjoy warm, sunny days with average rainfall of 105 mm. On the warmest days, the air temperature reaches +23°C (73.5°F). At night, mercury does not drop below +14°C (57°F). Therefore, travelling to Lake Como in September may be nicer than in August.

Lake Como Weather October. In October, it gets quite fresh at Lake Como. During the day, the air cools down to +13°C (55.5°F), and rainfall increases to 121 mm. At night, the air temperature drops to +10°C (50°F), so you can really feel the autumn.

Lake Como Weather November. November Como has the average air temperature of +8°C (46.5°F), 13 rainy days and 6 daylight hours. On the coldest days, the temperature drops to +5°C (41°F), so we recommend that you bring some warm clothes and waterproof shoes.

Lake Como Weather December. In winter, Como does not lose its beauty. The average daily temperature drops to +5°C (41°F) during the day and +2°C (35.5°F) at night. Against the odds, December is one of the driest months of the year. On average, Como has 46 mm of rainfall in December. You can enjoy crisp cold days with a startlingly blue sky that is truly magical.

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