Weather & Climate in Riva, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Riva enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 41.2 sq mi (106.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8925°N, 7.3819°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2,352 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Apr 11, 2003 | 1 km SSW of Carezzano Maggiore, Italy | M5.0 | 120 km | 4 km |
| Aug 21, 2000 | 1 km WNW of Oviglio, Italy | M4.9 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2014 | 7 km SE of Guillestre, France | M4.8 | 62 km | 8 km |
| Jul 18, 2001 | 3 km S of Masio, Italy | M4.7 | 81 km | 0 km |
| Jan 20, 1994 | 1 km NE of Melle, Italy | M4.6 | 36 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 54 km | 14 km |
| Oct 3, 2012 | 2 km N of Melle, Italy | M4.5 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Apr 19, 2009 | 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy | M4.5 | 41 km | 40 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 126 km | 3 km |
| Mar 2, 2012 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.5 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Jul 17, 1993 | 0 km NNW of Calice Ligure, Italy | M4.5 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Nov 21, 1995 | 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy | M4.4 | 24 km | 22 km |
| Jun 14, 1993 | 3 km S of Vogogna, Italy | M4.4 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1995 | 4 km ESE of Menton, France | M4.4 | 126 km | 26 km |
| Jul 25, 2011 | 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy | M4.4 | 13 km | 25 km |
| Jul 17, 1993 | 0 km NNE of Calice Ligure, Italy | M4.4 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Sep 22, 2022 | 3 km SW of Bargagli, Italy | M4.4 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 1990 | northern Italy | M4.3 | 22 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) | Meteorological | 10.0 m | 9 | 133 km |
| 1968 | LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 103 km |
| 1564 | LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 650 | 98 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in |
Riva has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.7").