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Weather & Climate in Alessandria, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alessandria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 286 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 93.5 sq mi (242.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 985/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9092°N, 8.6101°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2,186 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Jun 21, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M5.2 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 2012 | 4 km SE of Berceto, Italy | M5.0 | 122 km | 60 km |
| Apr 11, 2003 | 1 km SSW of Carezzano Maggiore, Italy | M5.0 | 26 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 6 km SW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.9 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2005 | 2 km WSW of Marsaglia, Italy | M4.9 | 63 km | 0 km |
| Oct 29, 1995 | 0 km WNW of Adro, Italy | M4.9 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2000 | 1 km WNW of Oviglio, Italy | M4.9 | 12 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2001 | 3 km S of Masio, Italy | M4.7 | 18 km | 0 km |
| Jun 23, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.7 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Oct 10, 1995 | 2 km SSE of Pallerone, Italy | M4.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 2012 | 3 km NNW of Santo Stefano d'Aveto, Italy | M4.7 | 75 km | 9 km |
| Aug 13, 2019 | 4 km SW of Stazione Valmozzola, Italy | M4.6 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jan 20, 1994 | 1 km NE of Melle, Italy | M4.6 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Apr 19, 2009 | 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy | M4.5 | 64 km | 40 km |
| Jul 17, 1993 | 0 km NNW of Calice Ligure, Italy | M4.5 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 1997 | 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy | M4.5 | 136 km | 20 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 2 km S of Comano, Italy | M4.5 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 2012 | 1 km WSW of Lugagnano Val d'Arda, Italy | M4.5 | 95 km | 22 km |
| Oct 3, 2012 | 2 km N of Melle, Italy | M4.5 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 5 km SSW of Casola in Lunigiana, Italy | M4.5 | 147 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1968 | LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 104 km |
| 1564 | LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 650 | 145 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in |
Alessandria has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 38°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.4").