Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Val d'Orcia in October
Val d'Orcia cools off: highs slip to 66°F (19°C), from 76°F in September, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 3.1 in (80 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 66°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (80 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 66°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (80 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Val d'Orcia's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 10.8 in (275 mm) in total.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 64/100.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 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 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Val d'Orcia in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Bagno Vignoni
Village whose main square is a thermal pool; soak in the free pools below.
Why now October scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cappella della Madonna di Vitaleta
Small chapel among cypresses, one of Tuscany's most photographed views.
Trattoria Latte di Luna
Pienza trattoria known for roast suckling pig and pici.
Castello Banfi
Large Brunello estate with tastings, a glass museum and restaurant.
Fortezza di Montalcino
14th-century fortress with an enoteca for Brunello di Montalcino tastings.
Nearby in October
- Siena in October~24 mi · highs 68°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Chianti in October~39 mi · highs 69°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Florence in October~52 mi · highs 69°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Piran in October~193 mi · highs 66°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Val d'Orcia in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Val d'Orcia?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 66°F (19°C) and 3.1 in (80 mm) of rain. October is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends.
How hot is Val d'Orcia in October?
Average highs are 66°F (19°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Val d'Orcia in October?
Some: about 3.1 in (80 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.8 in (782 mm).
What should I pack for Val d'Orcia in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Val d'Orcia
Routes in season in October
- Tuscany Hill Towns Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Planning Val d'Orcia in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.