Florence September — the Arno flowing between warm-toned buildings in early autumn

Florence · Italy

September

Arguably the best month — crowds drop, harvest season opens Chianti estates, 26°C is perfect.

Best match

#1 of 12 months

September is one of the best times to visit Florence.

Climate

High

26.3°C

Low

16°C

Rain

74mm

Sun

7.5hrs/day

30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5

How September scores in Florence

Weather
Outstanding
Value
Good
Crowds
Very good
Events
Excellent
Atmosphere
Outstanding

What you gain in September

  • Grape harvest season in Chianti, Montalcino, and Montepulciano: wine estates open for tours and tastings unavailable in summer
  • 26°C highs without July's brutal heat — outdoor sightseeing comfortable all day for the first time since May
  • Crowds measurably lower than August: Uffizi timed entries available with 3–5 days notice rather than weeks

What you sacrifice

  • September rainfall rises (74mm): expect one or two rainy spells across the month
  • Prices still at moderate-to-high summer level — the price drop comes in October
  • Uffizi pre-booking still required; the complete walk-in freedom of January is months away

September in other destinations

Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Florence, not across destinations. Methodology →