Scalea, Italy experiences average highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 9 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Scalea, Italy Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Scalea, Italy. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.3/10
Best: May, June, September, October
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 22°C / 13°C
Feels Like 22°C / 13°C
Rainy Days 9
Rainfall 97 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Frost Days 1 days
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 3 days
Coldest Month
6°C
January
Avg High 13°C
Rain 13 days
Driest Month
3 days
July
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 22°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
January (Gusts 37)
Sea Temperature
15°C – 28°C
Warmest water: August (
28.1°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, December due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:41
Daylight 14.7h
Sunset 20:24
Live conditions —
Scalea on the map · live conditions
Scalea, Italy
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Italy
- City
- Scalea
- Population
- 9.3K
- Elevation
- 25 m
- Coordinates
- 39.81°, 15.80°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 11 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 5 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 11 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 7°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 13°C / 6°C . Feb: 14°C / 6°C . Mar: 16°C / 8°C . Apr: 19°C / 10°C . May: 23°C / 14°C . Jun: 28°C / 19°C . Jul: 31°C / 22°C . Aug: 31°C / 22°C . Sep: 27°C / 19°C . Oct: 23°C / 15°C . Nov: 18°C / 11°C . Dec: 15°C / 8°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 151 mm. Feb: 106 mm. Mar: 111 mm. Apr: 74 mm. May: 85 mm. Jun: 29 mm. Jul: 17 mm. Aug: 38 mm. Sep: 79 mm. Oct: 99 mm. Nov: 224 mm. Dec: 149 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 82%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 78%. Apr: 75%. May: 76%. Jun: 69%. Jul: 66%. Aug: 69%. Sep: 72%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 82%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 14 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 14h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 7h. Dec: 7h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 16°C . Feb: 15°C . Mar: 16°C . Apr: 17°C . May: 20°C . Jun: 25°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 28°C . Sep: 26°C . Oct: 23°C . Nov: 21°C . Dec: 18°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 6. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 4. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 25 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 32°C | Jul · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 7°C | Jan · 6°C |
| Wettest month | Nov 2025 · 246 mm | Nov · 224 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 16 km/h | Jan · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Fair March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Good August
Fair September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Wet December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 6°C | 11°C / 3°C | 13days (151 mm) Wet | 6.9h Fair | 82% Humid | 2.4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 14°C / 6°C | 12°C / 4°C | 9days (106 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 80% Humid | 3.6 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 16°C / 8°C | 15°C / 6°C | 13days (111 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 78% Humid | 4.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| April | 19°C / 10°C | 19°C / 9°C | 10days (74 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 6.4 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 10days (85 mm) Wet | 11.8h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 5days (29 mm) Good | 13.2h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 3days (17 mm) Excellent | 13.5h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 7days (38 mm) Good | 12.1h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 9days (79 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 23°C / 15°C | 23°C / 15°C | 10days (99 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 79% Humid | 4.4 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 18°C / 11°C | 18°C / 10°C | 13days (224 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 83% Humid | 2.9 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| December | 15°C / 8°C | 13°C / 5°C | 10days (149 mm) Wet | 6.9h Fair | 82% Humid | 2.3 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Scalea are May, June, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Scalea, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Scalea is July, with average daytime highs of 31°C (89°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Scalea is January, with average overnight lows of 6°C (42°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Scalea is November, averaging 224mm of precipitation across 13 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Scalea runs through January, March, November, April, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Scalea.
Scalea receives approximately 120 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 14 hours. Based on climate data for Scalea.
The least favorable months to visit Scalea are January, December, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Scalea is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Scalea is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October average 26°C (79°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Scalea rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 1 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Scalea are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Scalea averages 9 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 43%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Scalea is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Scalea has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Scalea ranges from 13°C (55°F) to 22°C (72°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Scalea. It earns a climate score of 7.3/10 with Good.
For July in Scalea, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 31°C (89°F) and 3 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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