Weather & Climate in Sale, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 18.2 sq mi (47.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 169/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9793°N, 8.8096°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
2,011 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 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 2012 | 4 km SE of Berceto, Italy | M5.0 | 111 km | 60 km |
| Apr 11, 2003 | 1 km SSW of Carezzano Maggiore, Italy | M5.0 | 22 km | 4 km |
| Apr 18, 2005 | 2 km WSW of Marsaglia, Italy | M4.9 | 52 km | 0 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 6 km SW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.9 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Oct 29, 1995 | 0 km WNW of Adro, Italy | M4.9 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2012 | 1 km N of Poviglio, Italy | M4.9 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Aug 21, 2000 | 1 km WNW of Oviglio, Italy | M4.9 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 2012 | 3 km NNW of Santo Stefano d'Aveto, Italy | M4.7 | 67 km | 9 km |
| Jun 23, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.7 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2001 | 3 km S of Masio, Italy | M4.7 | 36 km | 0 km |
| Oct 10, 1995 | 2 km SSE of Pallerone, Italy | M4.7 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jan 20, 1994 | 1 km NE of Melle, Italy | M4.6 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Aug 13, 2019 | 4 km SW of Stazione Valmozzola, Italy | M4.6 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 2 km S of Comano, Italy | M4.5 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 1997 | 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy | M4.5 | 146 km | 20 km |
| Jul 17, 1993 | 0 km NNW of Calice Ligure, Italy | M4.5 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2020 | 2 km SE of Marsaglia, Italy | M4.5 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 2012 | 2 km N of Melle, Italy | M4.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 5 km SSW of Casola in Lunigiana, Italy | M4.5 | 139 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 119 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Sale has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (1.4").