Cosenza
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Cosenza month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Cosenza are typically May, June and October, with average daytime highs around 23–29°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low 3°C), and November the wettest (about 181 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.1 | 3.4 | 150 | 7.3 |
| February | 13.9 | 4.1 | 105 | 8.3 |
| March | 15.9 | 5.2 | 126 | 9.6 |
| April | 19.1 | 7.9 | 99 | 10.5 |
| May | 22.7 | 11.9 | 96 | 11.9 |
| June | 28.9 | 16.8 | 35 | 13.4 |
| July | 32.0 | 19.6 | 20 | 13.9 |
| August | 31.2 | 18.9 | 41 | 12.9 |
| September | 26.9 | 15.4 | 72 | 11.1 |
| October | 22.5 | 11.6 | 93 | 9.5 |
| November | 17.6 | 8.5 | 181 | 7.5 |
| December | 13.8 | 5.1 | 131 | 7.1 |
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01 · OverviewCosenza, in brief
Cosenza is a city and comune located in the region of Calabria in southern Italy, serving as the capital of the province of Cosenza. Situated at an elevation of 238 metres, the municipality stands at the confluence of two historical rivers, the Busento and the Crati.
The geographic setting of Cosenza places the urban landscape in a valley nestled between the Sila mountains and the coastal range. The old town is overshadowed by its Swabian castle and descends toward the river Crati, while the modern city extends to the north beyond the Busento on level ground. Because the city is almost completely surrounded by mountains, it experiences a distinctive microclimate that is scarcely influenced by the Mediterranean Sea. The local climate features cold winters and hot summers.
As the centre of an urban agglomeration that counts more than 250,000 inhabitants, Cosenza accommodates a population of 63,240 within the city limits. The broader province of Cosenza holds a population of more than 700,000 people. Within the municipality, the urban territory functions as an administrative and cultural hub, maintaining historic institutions such as the Cosentian Academy alongside various museums, monuments, theatres, and libraries.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cosenza
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01 · Q&AWhere is Cosenza located and what are its coordinates?
Cosenza is situated in Italy at geographic coordinates 39.2989, 16.2531, with an elevation of 238 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Cosenza?
Cosenza has a recorded population of approximately 63,852 and observes the Europe/Rome time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Cosenza?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Cosenza include IT-IT, DE-IT, FR-IT, SC, CA, CO, SL, with EUR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Cosenza?
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