Geographical location
According to abbreviationfinder, Tuscany is located in the heart of Italy, south of Liguria, west of Umbria and north of Lazio. About 3.75 million inhabitants are distributed over the nine provinces of Tuscany and the metropolitan city of Florence. Florence alone has just over a million inhabitants.
Due to its breathtaking landscapes, the southern Maremma region is one of the most famous and popular tourist destinations in Tuscany. Cities like Pisa and Siena are popular starting points for travelers from all over the world and offer a fascinating mix of Italian joie de vivre, hospitality and the testimony of an eventful past.
In the west of Tuscany, the Livorno region has impressive beaches that make the heart of every beach holidaymaker beat faster. Tuscany is also known as one of the best wine regions in the world. The Tuscany region can be explored excellently by rental car or in your own car.
Climate in Tuscany
In the west of Tuscany, especially in the coastal regions, the weather is Mediterranean. Basically, winters are considered to be quite mild and summers are sometimes extremely hot. Further inland, temperatures can reach more than 35 degrees from June to August. Precipitation is limited all year round.
The coastal region of Livorno is characterized by very little rainfall and temperatures of up to 30 degrees in the summer months of June, July and August, and the water temperature is now up to 25 degrees. The mountainous high areas are not only cooler in summer, but also have much rougher winter months. In regions like Garfagnana or Monte Amiata, frost and snow are also not uncommon.
When to go to Tuscany
For all summer vacationers, Tuscany offers the most pleasant temperatures in the summer months of June, July and August, only very little rain and in the coastal regions such as Livorno ideal conditions for a beach vacation. Summer is therefore undoubtedly the best time to travel to Tuscany, but the transition months such as May and October also impress with mild temperatures and sunshine.
They are therefore perfect for extensive exploration of the area, visits to cultural cities and sights. During the travel season in autumn you can watch the harvest of olives in addition to the grape harvest. Basically, the holiday regions are far less visited in spring and autumn than in the main season in midsummer.
Temperatures, precipitation in Livorno (Tuscany)
| Jan | Feb | March | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Daytime temperature | 11 ° C | 12 ° C | 15 ° C | 18 ° C | 22 ° C | 26 ° C | 29 ° C | 29 ° C | 26 ° C | 21 ° C | 16 ° C | 12 ° C |
| Night temperature | 2 ° C | 3 ° C | 5 ° C | 7 ° C | 10 ° C | 14 ° C | 17 ° C | 17 ° C | 14 ° C | 11 ° C | 6 ° C | 3 ° C |
| Water temperature | 14 ° C | 13 ° C | 14 ° C | 15 ° C | 19 ° C | 23 ° C | 24 ° C | 25 ° C | 23 ° C | 21 ° C | 18 ° C | 16 ° C |
| Precipitation in mm | 74 | 70 | 77 | 80 | 61 | 43 | 24 | 57 | 88 | 120 | 122 | 85 |
| Sunrise | 7:50 | 7:20 | 6:30 | 6:35 | 5:55 | 5:35 | 5:50 | 6:20 | 6:55 | 7:30 | 7:10 | 7:45 |
| Sunset | 17:10 | 17:50 | 18:25 | 20:00 | 20:35 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 20:25 | 7:30 p.m. | 18:35 | 16:55 | 16:45 |
Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Livorno is 14.4 ° C. For comparison: Munich reaches an average of 8.6 ° C, in Berlin it is 9.6 ° C. The warmest month is July (23 ° C), coldest month of January with mean values of 6.5 ° C. The maximum water temperature in Livorno is 25 ° C. Comfortable bathing is possible at these temperatures. The months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November have a water temperature of at least 17 ° C. Bathing is then possible to a limited extent. The months of June, July, August, September and October have a water temperature of at least 21 ° C and are therefore suitable for a beach holiday.
Precipitation
The annual precipitation is 901 mm. For comparison: In Munich, 967 mm, in Berlin 570 mm, precipitation is measured annually. There is no rainy season, i.e. months with more than 175 mm of precipitation. In the months of January, February, March and December snowfall is possible.
Cities nearby
The following larger towns are nearby and have a similar climate: Prato.
Highlights and attractions
In the city of Pisa you will find the famous “Leaning Tower”, an absolute cultural highlight. With an impressive old town, beautiful cafés and winding streets, the city of Florence offers a romantic contact point not only for couples. The cathedral, the Uffizi Gallery and the Ponte Vecchio fascinate holidaymakers from all over the world at least as much as the city’s outstanding ice cream parlors.
The city of San Gimignano is popular for its medieval architecture and has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the hinterland of Tuscany you will find many wine regions that invite you to linger and enjoy tasty tastings. Excellent food and great wines are offered at many wineries. The hilly landscape is suitable for both short and demanding hiking tours.
Tuscany weather in March, April and May
Average daily temperatures between 15 ° C and 22 ° C can be expected over the next three months. In Livorno it gets warmest in May, while March is noticeably cooler.
Do you want to go on a beach holiday? The water temperatures are in March, April and May 14-19 ° C.
