Milan Holiday Weather Overview
Milan is the second most populous city in Italy, and functions as the country's financial centre. Known internationally for fashion and design, the city also hosts two of the biggest football clubs in the world, and is renowned for a calendar of major arts, cultural exhibitions and events.
Milan is one of Italy's, and even Europe's, most fashionable cities. It is famed for its stunning streets, designer shops and chic places to eat and stay, and is a cosmopolitan hub.
Considering its location in northern Italy, Milan's climate is surprisingly sultry and humid in the summer. Winters are cold, snowy, and there is relatively little wind throughout the year. The city is Europe's second wettest and one of the foggiest too, especially in the winter months.
The city is typically Italian as it boasts an array of traditional buildings that are well intact. The city has a superb historical side and is home to some of Europe's oldest buildings. Places not to be missed in Milan include the magnificent Duomo and its museum, the Poldi Pezzoli Museum, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum and the Royal Palace.
Those who enjoy shopping will find an excellent choice designer and high street stores scattered around the city. Milan is also famous for its nightlife and the famous happy hour which is held in pubs, clubs and restaurants, too. The Milano style happy hour consist of an aperitivo and something to small to pick on.
When is the best month to visit Milan?
Milan sees the majority of its visitors during the summer months from June to September, when the city becomes very crowded. Most people come to enjoy the hot weather and the long sunny days. However, if you want to enjoy the city and walk around in it without becoming too hot then either spring (April) or autumn (September) are great times to fully enjoy Milan. These periods are also less crowded as well.
Milan in Spring
Spring is a major time in Milan's calendar, with fashion events, exhibitions and fairs aplenty. The city warms up rapidly after its winter freeze, with daytime highs already reaching 13 degrees in March and 20 degrees by May. Early spring nights can still be rather cold, however, with temperatures falling to around 3 degrees in March. Rainfall in Milan is spread throughout the year, and spring is no exception, so you'll see plenty of rainy days as well as days of bright sunshine.
Given the fluctuating temperatures and possibility of heavy showers, layered clothing is a good bet for a spring visit to Milan.
Milan in Summer
There's no let up in Milan's hectic calendar of events during the summer months, although may locals choose to leave the city at the height of summer to escape the muggy heat.
Daytime highs in the summer can easily reach 30 degrees, and with frequent thunderstorms and short, heavy bursts of rain, the humidity is high too. This can make for uncomfortable conditions, with a sticky feel to the air and lots of biting insects. If you're visiting Milan in the summer, take lightweight cotton clothing, insect repellent and sunscreen, as well as sunglasses and perhaps a hat.
Milan in Autumn
September and October are popular months to visit Milan, as the crowds of summer will have dispersed and the temperatures are more comfortable. You can expect daytime highs of around 25 degrees in September, falling to a cool 10 degrees in November. It can be wet, and fog is common throughout the autumn months but this usually parts to let in the autumn sunshine and dazzling colours.
Autumn is a good time to explore Milan's dozens of museums and art galleries, especially if it's raining outside.
Milan in Winter
December, January and February are slightly drier than most of the rest of the year, but the city is often overcast, foggy and bitingly cold. Daytime highs of 5 degrees fall to -2 overnight, and snow falls occasionally. The levels of pollution can also be quite high, which is worth bearing in mind.
If you do visit Milan in the winter, bring warm clothing, gloves and a hat!
What to pack and wear in Milan?
As the weather in Milan varies depending on the season, it is wise to plan what to pack. Milan weather in summer can become slightly unbearable and so it is a good idea to bring lightweight clothes. During spring and autumn, it is ideal to pack an umbrella, some jumpers and a raincoat. The winter weather in Milan can become chilly so it's ideal to bring boots and a warm coat.
Best months to visit Milan?
May and September are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Milan. The weather averages gathered from Milan weather forecast and Milan weather history also forecast these months temperature to be around 23°c and average of 207.5333 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Milan?
January and December are the coldest months with temperature at around 1°c.
Which months receive most rainfall in Milan?
November and May receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 182.75mm.
Travelling to Milan? Check out our Weather averages of Milan to better plan your holiday or travel.
If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Milan section.