Monthly climate guide
Bologna weather in July
With highs near 33°C (91°F) and lows around 20°C (67°F), July feels very hot in Bologna. Rainfall averages about 46 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than June and about the same as August.
What stands out in July
- July is Bologna's second warmest month.
- With the heat, see Piazza Maggiore early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 13°C.
- Bologna is usually about 5°C warmer than Ravenna, 70 km away, in July.
Avg high
33°C
91°F
Avg low
20°C
67°F
Rainfall
46 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
52%
relative
Sky
33%
cloud · mostly sunny
Bologna weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 33°F | 35 mm | 86% | 69% |
| February | 10°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 73 mm | 83% | 64% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 56 mm | 76% | 57% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 47°F | 47 mm | 71% | 57% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 53°F | 73 mm | 67% | 58% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 50 mm | 58% | 42% |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 67°F | 46 mm | 52% | 33% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 34 mm | 51% | 32% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 60°F | 59 mm | 64% | 46% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 10°C / 51°F | 77 mm | 76% | 60% |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 6°C / 42°F | 84 mm | 86% | 69% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 38 mm | 87% | 66% |
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Sunglasses
Is July a good time to visit Bologna?
Our Bologna guide recommends: Spring or early autumn, for pleasant walking weather under the arcades.
Bologna is the origin of ragù alla bolognese — look for it served with tagliatelle, not spaghetti, as it is locally.
Best time to visit Bologna →Other Italy cities in July
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Bologna in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Bologna?
It can be, if you like heat: July highs in Bologna are around 33°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Bologna in July?
Average highs are about 33°C (91°F) and average lows about 20°C (67°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bologna in July?
Bologna typically gets around 46 mm of rain in July — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Bologna?
Spring or early autumn, for pleasant walking weather under the arcades.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bologna (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.