Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Chianti in October
Chianti cools off: highs slip to 69°F (21°C), from 79°F in September, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 69°F (21°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 50°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (82 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is one of Chianti's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 10.3 in (262 mm) in total.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 68/100.
- Comfort slips from 90/100 in September to 85/100.
- October sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Chianti in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Badia a Passignano
11th-century abbey surrounded by Antinori vineyards.
Castello di Brolio
Ricasoli castle where the Chianti formula was devised; gardens and cellars.
Why now October scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castello di Verrazzano
Historic castle winery with tours and tastings above Greve.
Antica Macelleria Falorni
Butcher shop on Greve's square since 1806, with cured meats and tastings.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Antica Macelleria Cecchini
Dario Cecchini's butcher shop and restaurants serving bistecca and Chianti meats.
Nearby in October
- Florence in October~13 mi · highs 69°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Siena in October~18 mi · highs 68°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in October~39 mi · highs 66°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Piran in October~174 mi · highs 66°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Chianti in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Chianti?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain. October is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends.
How hot is Chianti in October?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Chianti in October?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.6 in (727 mm).
What should I pack for Chianti in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Chianti
Routes in season in October
- Tuscany Hill Towns Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Planning Chianti in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.