September · Italy
Best time to visit Pompeii in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pompeii in September
Average temperature 25°C, 60 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 60 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Pompeii scores 7.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 60 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pompeii's streets, bakeries, and frescoed villas sit under Vesuvius, with the Forum the natural place to start.
September in Pompeii: strong conditions, 6th of 12
At 25°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in September, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 60 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination. That combination — decent conditions at the lowest rates of the year — is the best value window on this page.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Pompeii — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pompeii in September?
- In September, Pompeii averages 25°C, 60 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Pompeii?
- September earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pompeii in September?
- Expect about 60 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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