Weather & Climate in Macerata, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Macerata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 38.8 sq mi (100.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2979°N, 13.4529°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,649 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 | 108 km | 9 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 5 km WNW of Accumoli, Italy | M6.2 | 68 km | 4 km |
| Sep 26, 1997 | 3 km SSE of Nocera Umbra, Italy | M6.0 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 5 km ESE of Cittareale, Italy | M5.7 | 80 km | 7 km |
| Sep 26, 1997 | 6 km WSW of Serravalle di Chienti, Italy | M5.7 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 4 km SE of Cittareale, Italy | M5.6 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 5 km S of Castelsantangelo sul Nera, Italy | M5.6 | 56 km | 3 km |
| Oct 14, 1997 | 8 km NNW of Sellano, Italy | M5.5 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2009 | 1 km SW of San Panfilo d'Ocre, Italy | M5.5 | 114 km | 15 km |
| Oct 6, 1997 | 6 km E of Valtopina, Italy | M5.5 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2009 | 5 km SE of Capitignano, Italy | M5.4 | 91 km | 15 km |
| Jul 21, 2013 | 3 km ENE of Marcelli, Italy | M5.4 | 29 km | 8 km |
| Mar 26, 1998 | 1 km E of Esanatoglia, Italy | M5.4 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 4 km SW of Accumoli, Italy | M5.3 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 3 km ENE of Valtopina, Italy | M5.3 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 1997 | 2 km NW of Sellano, Italy | M5.3 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2009 | 2 km ESE of Capitignano, Italy | M5.2 | 88 km | 3 km |
| Apr 3, 1998 | 8 km E of Valfabbrica, Italy | M5.2 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 3 km N of Montereale, Italy | M5.2 | 84 km | 7 km |
| Apr 6, 2009 | 5 km ENE of Pizzoli, Italy | M5.1 | 94 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | - | 18 | 66 km |
| 1916 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | - | 4 | 89 km |
| 1875 | ADRIATIC SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 131 km |
| 1672 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | - | 1,500 | 100 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vulsini (146 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulsini | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | -104 | 146 km |
| Colli Albani | Caldera | 949 m (3,114 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in |
Macerata has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.7").