Florence
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Travelers to Florence should stay aware of typical city risks and follow any specific guidance on hiking and adventure sports added to the safety and security page.
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Pickpocketing in tourist hotspots
- Crowded public spaces during peak season
- Potential hazards on nearby hiking trails and adventure sport venues
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Florence month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Florence are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 19–23°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low 3°C), and November the wettest (about 140 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.8 | 2.5 | 80 | 6.0 |
| February | 13.1 | 3.7 | 98 | 6.9 |
| March | 15.5 | 5.0 | 92 | 8.7 |
| April | 19.3 | 7.6 | 80 | 10.5 |
| May | 22.7 | 11.8 | 105 | 11.5 |
| June | 29.0 | 16.6 | 54 | 13.2 |
| July | 32.2 | 19.0 | 31 | 13.8 |
| August | 32.3 | 19.2 | 50 | 12.5 |
| September | 26.6 | 15.4 | 114 | 10.6 |
| October | 21.6 | 11.5 | 107 | 8.3 |
| November | 15.5 | 7.2 | 140 | 6.5 |
| December | 12.0 | 3.6 | 110 | 5.6 |
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People and places shaping Florence
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Research updated Monday, September 14, 2026Past and future events in Florence
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Previously
- Documented history · 1559
Catherine de' Medici married King Henry II of France and, after his death in 1559, reigned as regent in France.
- Documented history · 1569
The Medici reigned as Grand Dukes of Tuscany, starting with Cosimo I de' Medici in 1569 and ending with the death of Gian Gastone de' Medici in 1737.
- Documented history · 1861
The Kingdom of Italy, which was established in 1861, moved its capital from Turin to Florence in 1865, although the capital was moved to Rome in 1871.
- Catherine de' Medici becomes French regent (1559)
Catherine de' Medici married King Henry II of France and, after his death in 1559, served as regent of France.
- Medici become Grand Dukes of Tuscany (1569)
Cosimo I de' Medici was named Grand Duke of Tuscany in 1569, beginning the Medici grand ducal line that ended in 1737.
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01 · OverviewFlorence, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Florence took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Florence
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Florence
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Florence
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Florence
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Florence
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01 · Q&AWhere is Florence located and what are its coordinates?
Florence is situated in Italy at geographic coordinates 43.7792, 11.2463 with an elevation of 50 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Florence?
Florence has a recorded population of approximately 367,150 and observes the Europe/Rome time zone (EUR).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Florence?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Florence include it-IT, de-IT, fr-IT, sc, ca, co, sl, and the circulating currency is EUR.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Florence?
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