Weather & Climate in Avezzano, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Avezzano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,280 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,280 ft (695 m) |
| Area | 39.8 sq mi (103.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 951/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0290°N, 13.4264°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,323 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 | 35 km | 9 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 5 km WNW of Accumoli, Italy | M6.2 | 80 km | 4 km |
| Sep 26, 1997 | 3 km SSE of Nocera Umbra, Italy | M6.0 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 2002 | 4 km WSW of Larino, Italy | M5.9 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Nov 1, 2002 | 2 km ESE of Casacalenda, Italy | M5.8 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Sep 26, 1997 | 6 km WSW of Serravalle di Chienti, Italy | M5.7 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 5 km ESE of Cittareale, Italy | M5.7 | 66 km | 7 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 4 km SE of Cittareale, Italy | M5.6 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 5 km S of Castelsantangelo sul Nera, Italy | M5.6 | 93 km | 3 km |
| Oct 6, 1997 | 6 km E of Valtopina, Italy | M5.5 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2009 | 1 km SW of San Panfilo d'Ocre, Italy | M5.5 | 28 km | 15 km |
| Oct 14, 1997 | 8 km NNW of Sellano, Italy | M5.5 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2009 | 5 km SE of Capitignano, Italy | M5.4 | 51 km | 15 km |
| Mar 26, 1998 | 1 km E of Esanatoglia, Italy | M5.4 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 3 km ENE of Valtopina, Italy | M5.3 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 1997 | 2 km NW of Sellano, Italy | M5.3 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 4 km SW of Accumoli, Italy | M5.3 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1998 | 8 km E of Valfabbrica, Italy | M5.2 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2009 | 2 km ESE of Capitignano, Italy | M5.2 | 54 km | 3 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 3 km N of Montereale, Italy | M5.2 | 61 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1805 | CAMPANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 104 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colli Albani (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colli Albani | Caldera | 949 m (3,114 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Vulsini | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | -104 | 139 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 146 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 150 km |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 158 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in |
Avezzano has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.9").