Best time to visit the Italian Riviera

The best times to visit the Italian Riviera (Genoa) are in June, July and August based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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Top Italian Riviera destinations

Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in the Italian Riviera. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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When is the best time to visit Italian Riviera?

The best times to visit the Italian Riviera (Genoa) are in June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 9°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Italian Riviera (Genoa)9
    Jan
  • 10°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Italian Riviera (Genoa)10
    Feb
  • 12°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Italian Riviera (Genoa)12
    Mar
  • 16°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Italian Riviera (Genoa)16
    Apr
  • 19°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Italian Riviera (Genoa)19
    May
  • 23°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Italian Riviera (Genoa)23
    Jun
  • 26°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Italian Riviera (Genoa)26
    Jul
  • 26°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Italian Riviera (Genoa)26
    Aug
  • 23°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Italian Riviera (Genoa)23
    Sep
  • 18°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Italian Riviera (Genoa)18
    Oct
  • 13°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Italian Riviera (Genoa)13
    Nov
  • 10°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Italian Riviera (Genoa)10
    Dec

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The weather guide for Italian Riviera (Genoa) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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More about the Italian Riviera

Explore our complete guide to the Italian Riviera with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Italian Riviera.

Italian Riviera essential information

Below is a beginner's guide to the Italian Riviera with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Italian Riviera - quick facts
Flight time 2 hours
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) Italian
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F + L plug (230V)
Driving side Right

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

Travelling to the Italian Riviera?

Discover where to book holidays, flights, hotels and more from popular travel providers for your trip to the Italian Riviera in 2026/2027.

Holidays to the Italian Riviera

TUI TUI
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Just Go Holidays Just Go Holidays
One of the UK's leading coach holiday operators, offering great-value trips across the UK, Ireland and Europe.
Love Holidays Love Holidays
Book flights, hotels and transfers as holiday packages to worldwide destinations with this UK-based OTA.
easyJet holidays easyJet holidays
Popular, low-cost holiday provider covering over 100 destinations across Europe and North Africa including the Italian Riviera, Italy.
National Holidays National Holidays
UK-based travel company specialising in affordable coach holidays and short breaks around the UK, Ireland and Europe.
Secret Escapes Secret Escapes
Members-only travel club offering exclusive deals on hand-picked luxury hotels and holidays to Italy and more.
Expedia Expedia
Compare and book holidays, flights, hotels, car hire and more on this trusted website covering global destinations.

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Tours to the Italian Riviera

Travelsphere Travelsphere
UK-based tour operator with 60+ years experience. Offers award-winning guided tour holidays across six continents.
Riviera Travel Riviera Travel
The UK's leading river cruise and tour operator, offering scenic experiences worldwide including in Italy.
Just You Just You
Specialists in solo travel for over 25 years. Offers a range of trips and experiences to worldwide destinations including Italy.
Cosmos Cosmos
Long-standing travel brand offering affordable adventure tours across 54 countries on six continents.
Trafalgar Trafalgar
Discover your next guided tour through this top-rated travel brand covering every destination from Europe to Australia.

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Flights to the Italian Riviera

TUI TUI
One of the world's leading tourism brands. Offers flights, hotels and cruises to the Italian Riviera, Italy and beyond.
British Airways British Airways
The UK's national flag carrier is a major global airline, serving over 200 destinations across 80 countries including Italy.
Air France Air France
This major French international airline serves almost 170 destinations across 73 countries including Italy via its hub in Paris.
KLM KLM
The Netherland's national flag carrier and the world's largest airline. Serves 170 international destinations via Amsterdam.
Vueling Vueling
Spanish low-cost airline and one of Europe's fastest growing. Offers affordable flights to Europe, North Africa and the Near East.
KAYAK KAYAK
Search and compare flights, hotels, car hire and package holidays through this award-winning travel search engine.
Kiwi.com Kiwi.com
Global OTA and search engine specialising in affordable flights, hotels and car hire across worldwide destinations including the Italian Riviera.

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Hotels in the Italian Riviera

IHG IHG
Leading global hotel group with a portfolio of international brands including Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and more.
Marriott Marriott
The world's largest hotel company with a portfolio of 30+ brands and almost 9,600 properties across 143 countries.
Agoda Agoda
One of the world's largest online travel platforms with a network of over 6 million hotels. Plus flights, activities and more.
Booking.com Booking.com
Leading global OTA founded in Amsterdam. Offers worldwide accommodation, flights, car hire, activities and more.
Hotels.com Hotels.com
Part of Expedia Group, this major OTA offers deals and discounts on hotel rooms worldwide including in the Italian Riviera, Italy.
Priceline Priceline
Leading OTA for discounted flights, hotels, cruises, car hire, experiences and packages worldwide including in the Italian Riviera, Italy.

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Accommodation in the Italian Riviera

Oliver's Travels Oliver's Travels
Specialists in luxury villa holidays. All accommodation is handpicked with locations in the UK, Europe, Asia and beyond.
Top Villas Top Villas
Luxury global holiday company offering a curated portfolio of premium vacation homes and villas in the Italian Riviera and beyond.
Hostelworld Hostelworld
Leading global OTA for hostels and budget accommodation worldwide. Perfect for travellers looking to connect.
VRBO VRBO
Owned by Expedia Group, this online holiday marketplace offers a unique selection of 2+ million homes worldwide.

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Ocean cruises to the Italian Riviera

Marella Cruises Marella Cruises
This British cruise line is operated by TUI UK and sails to destinations across the Mediterranean, Atlantic and Caribbean.
Fred Olsen Fred Olsen
Set sail from the UK to worldwide destinations including the Italian Riviera with this long-standing cruise company.

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Things to do in the Italian Riviera

Viator Viator
The world's largest online marketplace for tours, activities and attractions. Owned by Tripadvisor.
Get Your Guide Get Your Guide
Major global marketplace specialising in travel experiences. Covers tours and attractions across six continents.
Klook Klook
Find and book thousands of experiences via this online travel platform covering worldwide destinations including the Italian Riviera.
Tiqets Tiqets
Online marketplace for tours, activities and attractions. Partners with over 2500 venues across 60+ countries including Italy.

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Buses & trains in the Italian Riviera

Flixbus Flixbus
International bus and train operator operating great-value, long-distance services across 40+ countries across Italy.
Rail Europe Rail Europe
Global travel brand for European train tickets and passes. Partners with 230+ rail operators across 35 countries.

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Car hire in the Italian Riviera

Avis Avis
Award-winning global car rental provider with over 5,500 locations across 170 countries including Italy.
Enjoy Travel Enjoy Travel
Compare and book car hire, hotels, airport parking, attractions and more on this trusted global travel platform.
Europcar Europcar
Global car and van hire provider with over 3,800 locations in over 140 countries worldwide including Italy.
Sixt Sixt
Trusted international car rental company offering mobility services across 2,200+ locations in 105 countries including Italy.
Carrentals.co.uk Carrentals.co.uk
Car rental price comparison website. Offers 24,000+ pick-up locations and free cancellation.
Holiday Autos Holiday Autos
Browse and book car hire worldwide with Holiday Autos. Serves over 50,000 locations worldwide including the Italian Riviera.
KAYAK KAYAK
Leading global travel search engine for finding and comparing flights, hotels, car hire and more.
Zest Car Rental Zest Car Rental
Formerly Economy Car Hire, this leading UK car hire broker covers over 1,500 destinations worldwide.

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Money transfers to the Italian Riviera

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Airport taxis for the Italian Riviera

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Boat rental for the Italian Riviera

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eSIMs for the Italian Riviera

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Italian Riviera travel advice

Check the latest travel advice and guidance on visiting the Italian Riviera from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Italian Riviera.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Italian Riviera travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Italian Riviera with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Italian Riviera, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Italian Riviera travel features

Do you want to learn more about the Italian Riviera? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Italian Riviera.

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Italian Riviera FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Italian Riviera including the current entry restrictions, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Which is the hottest month in the Italian Riviera?

The hottest time of year in Genoa, Italian Riviera is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in the Italian Riviera?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Genoa, Italian Riviera with 159mm on average. There are normally 11 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the Italian Riviera?

The sunniest time of year in Genoa, Italian Riviera is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 61% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in the Italian Riviera?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Genoa, Italian Riviera in August when the water temperature reaches 25°C.

What is the flight time to the Italian Riviera from the UK?

The flight time to the Italian Riviera from the UK is typically 2 hours.

What is the time difference between the Italian Riviera and the UK?

The time difference between the Italian Riviera and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in the Italian Riviera?

The main language spoken in the Italian Riviera is Italian.

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What is the currency in the Italian Riviera?

The currency in the Italian Riviera is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in the Italian Riviera?

Italian Riviera uses electrical plug type C + F + L (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the Italian Riviera?

They drive on the right side of the road in the Italian Riviera.

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