September · Italy
Best time to visit Cinque Terre in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cinque Terre in September
Average temperature 19°C, 178 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
6.7/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 178 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Cinque Terre scores 6.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 178 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Five pastel villages cling to the Ligurian cliffs, linked by trails and a slow coastal railway.
September in Cinque Terre: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
September averages 19°C (66°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 178 mm — wet for this destination — but about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? July scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cinque Terre in September?
- In September, Cinque Terre averages 19°C, 178 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Cinque Terre?
- September earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cinque Terre in September?
- Expect about 178 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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