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Weather & Climate in Ascoli Piceno, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ascoli Piceno enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 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 41.1 inches. The area receives 12.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Area | 116.6 sq mi (301.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 358/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8535°N, 13.5740°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,504 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.3.
| Apr 6, 2009 | 3 km SE of Sassa, Italy | M6.3 | 61 km | 9 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 5 km WNW of Accumoli, Italy | M6.2 | 35 km | 4 km |
| Sep 26, 1997 | 3 km SSE of Nocera Umbra, Italy | M6.0 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Sep 26, 1997 | 6 km WSW of Serravalle di Chienti, Italy | M5.7 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 5 km ESE of Cittareale, Italy | M5.7 | 40 km | 7 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 4 km SE of Cittareale, Italy | M5.6 | 43 km | 10 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 5 km S of Castelsantangelo sul Nera, Italy | M5.6 | 34 km | 3 km |
| Apr 7, 2009 | 1 km SW of San Panfilo d'Ocre, Italy | M5.5 | 65 km | 15 km |
| Oct 6, 1997 | 6 km E of Valtopina, Italy | M5.5 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Oct 14, 1997 | 8 km NNW of Sellano, Italy | M5.5 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Jul 21, 2013 | 3 km ENE of Marcelli, Italy | M5.4 | 72 km | 8 km |
| Mar 26, 1998 | 1 km E of Esanatoglia, Italy | M5.4 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2009 | 5 km SE of Capitignano, Italy | M5.4 | 45 km | 15 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 4 km SW of Accumoli, Italy | M5.3 | 37 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 3 km ENE of Valtopina, Italy | M5.3 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 1997 | 2 km NW of Sellano, Italy | M5.3 | 55 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 3 km N of Montereale, Italy | M5.2 | 42 km | 7 km |
| Apr 3, 1998 | 8 km E of Valfabbrica, Italy | M5.2 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2009 | 2 km ESE of Capitignano, Italy | M5.2 | 43 km | 3 km |
| Apr 6, 2009 | 5 km ENE of Pizzoli, Italy | M5.1 | 48 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | — | 18 | 116 km |
| 1916 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | — | 4 | 139 km |
| 1672 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | — | 1,500 | 144 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vulsini (137 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulsini | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | -104 | 137 km |
| Colli Albani | Caldera | 949 m (3,114 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.5 in |
Ascoli Piceno has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 41°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.9").