When to Como
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January is Como's coldest month with crisp winter weather and relatively dry conditions. The low rainfall of 3.1 inches makes it one of the driest months, though temperatures can be quite chilly. This is peak winter season with fewer tourists around the lake.
February
February continues the winter pattern with cool temperatures and the second-driest month of the year. Conditions begin to slowly warm but remain quite chilly, especially in the evenings. Tourist activity remains minimal during this off-season period.
March
March marks the beginning of spring with noticeably warmer days and increasing rainfall. The weather becomes more variable as winter transitions to spring. Tourist numbers start to pick up slightly as temperatures become more comfortable for outdoor activities.
April
April brings pleasant spring weather with mild temperatures perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Rainfall increases significantly to 6.2 inches, so visitors should be prepared for wet weather. The shoulder season begins as more tourists start to arrive.
May
May offers warm, comfortable temperatures but comes with the highest rainfall of the year at 7.9 inches. Despite the wet conditions, this is an excellent time for visiting as the landscape is lush and green. Tourist season is in full swing with moderate crowd levels.
June
June delivers warm summer weather perfect for lake activities and outdoor exploration. While rainfall remains high at 6.9 inches, the warmer temperatures make outdoor activities more enjoyable. This marks the beginning of peak tourist season around Lake Como.
July
July is the warmest month of the year with peak summer temperatures reaching 86°F. Despite being summer, rainfall remains substantial at 5.4 inches, though this is lower than spring levels. Peak tourist season brings large crowds to the lake region.
August
August continues the warm summer pattern with temperatures remaining high and comfortable for all lake activities. Rainfall increases again to 6.8 inches, creating humid conditions. This remains peak tourist season with the highest crowd levels of the year.
September
September offers pleasant early autumn weather with comfortable temperatures for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Rainfall remains significant at 6.3 inches, but the cooler temperatures make conditions very agreeable. Tourist crowds begin to decrease from peak summer levels.
October
October brings mild autumn weather with crisp, comfortable temperatures ideal for walking and cultural activities. Rainfall decreases to 5.8 inches as the wet season begins to wind down. Shoulder season continues with moderate tourist numbers.
November
November transitions toward winter with cooler temperatures and decreasing rainfall at 5.0 inches. The weather becomes more unpredictable as autumn progresses toward winter. Tourist season winds down significantly with fewer visitors around the lake.
December
December ushers in winter with cool temperatures and the second-driest conditions of the year at 2.6 inches of rainfall. The holiday season brings some visitors, but overall tourist numbers remain low. Weather is crisp and clear, perfect for enjoying Como's winter charm.