Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Genoa
A historic maritime republic turned working port city, with one of Europe's largest old towns and a compact aquarium-front waterfront. It's less visited than Italy's other major cities, which keeps its dense old town feeling genuinely local.
Best time to visit: April to June or September to October for mild coastal weather.
Local tip: Genoa is the birthplace of pesto — try it here made the traditional way, with a mortar and pestle.
Getting around: The old town's caruggi are pedestrian and best walked, while public lifts and funiculars help with the city's steep hillside districts.
Good to know: Focaccia is a Genoese staple eaten at any time of day, often as a breakfast snack alongside a cappuccino — look for it fresh from a bakery rather than a restaurant.
What to plan your trip around
- Genoa Aquarium
One of the largest aquariums in Europe, on the restored old port.
- Porto Antico
The redeveloped historic harbour, now a hub for walking, dining, and museums.
- Caruggi
The dense maze of narrow medieval alleys that makes up the historic centre.
- Via Garibaldi
A UNESCO-listed street of Renaissance palaces, several now open as museums.
Genoa weather by month
Genoa weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Genoa gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 2°C | 52 mm | 83% |
| February | 9°C | 2°C | 67 mm | 83% |
| March | 13°C | 5°C | 87 mm | 79% |
| April | 17°C | 8°C | 65 mm | 77% |
| May | 20°C | 11°C | 67 mm | 76% |
| June | 25°C | 16°C | 52 mm | 72% |
| July | 28°C | 19°C | 40 mm | 67% |
| August | 29°C | 19°C | 45 mm | 65% |
| September | 25°C | 15°C | 45 mm | 69% |
| October | 19°C | 11°C | 102 mm | 78% |
| November | 13°C | 7°C | 154 mm | 84% |
| December | 9°C | 3°C | 74 mm | 84% |
Genoa through the year
January · 8° / 2°C · 52 mm
- January brings mid-winter to Genoa.
- Dress warmly for Via Garibaldi: short, cold days are the norm.
April · 17° / 8°C · 65 mm
- April brings mid-spring to Genoa.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Genoa Aquarium and Porto Antico.
July · 28° / 19°C · 40 mm
- July brings mid-summer to Genoa.
- July is Genoa's second warmest month.
October · 19° / 11°C · 102 mm
- It cools down fast from here: November is about 6°C cooler.
- Just 120 km apart, but Genoa runs about 2°C cooler than Parma this month.
The best time to visit Genoa is June, July and September, when average highs are 25–28°C and rainfall is around 46 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Genoa, season by season
December – February
Cold9° / 2°C · 64 mm
Cool to cold days. Fine for museums and city breaks, less so for the beach.
March – May
Good16° / 8°C · 73 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
June – August
Best time27° / 18°C · 46 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Genoa?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Genoa in June, July and September. Average highs are then 25–28°C.
- Why is June a good time to visit Genoa?
- In June, Genoa averages 25°C by day and 16°C at night, with about 52 mm of rain and 49% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Genoa?
- August is the warmest month in Genoa, with average highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C.
- What is the coldest month in Genoa?
- January is the coldest month in Genoa: average highs of 8°C, dropping to 2°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Genoa?
- November is the wettest month in Genoa with about 154 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 40 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Genoa?
- January is the least pleasant month in Genoa, with average highs of just 8°C. It's still fine for museums and fewer crowds.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Genoa?
- Yes. May sits just outside the best months for Genoa, with average highs of 20°C and about 67 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, it is a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Genoa before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Genoa from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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