Weather & Climate in San Gimignano, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
San Gimignano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,063 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,063 ft (324 m) |
| Area | 29.5 sq mi (76.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4738°N, 11.0298°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,880 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Oct 15, 1996 | 2 km N of Correggio, Italy | M5.4 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Sep 14, 2003 | 3 km E of Monterenzio, Italy | M5.3 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 3 km ENE of Valtopina, Italy | M5.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M5.2 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 1998 | 8 km E of Valfabbrica, Italy | M5.2 | 140 km | 10 km |
| May 10, 2000 | 7 km SE of Granarolo, Italy | M5.1 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Sep 18, 2023 | 7 km SE of Marradi, Italy | M5.1 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Jan 27, 2012 | 4 km SE of Berceto, Italy | M5.0 | 138 km | 60 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 3 km ENE of Castiglione di Garfagnana, Italy | M4.9 | 90 km | 16 km |
| Jun 5, 1993 | 7 km ESE of Valfabbrica, Italy | M4.9 | 139 km | 8 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 6 km SW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.9 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2000 | 8 km WSW of Cipolleto, Italy | M4.8 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Mar 1, 2008 | 6 km NNW of Galliano, Italy | M4.8 | 68 km | 4 km |
| May 8, 2000 | 3 km NE of Faenza, Italy | M4.8 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Oct 15, 1996 | 3 km WSW of Correggio, Italy | M4.7 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jan 26, 2003 | 2 km NW of San Piero in Bagno, Italy | M4.7 | 87 km | 7 km |
| Jun 23, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jan 26, 2003 | 3 km NNW of San Piero in Bagno, Italy | M4.7 | 88 km | 7 km |
| Oct 10, 1995 | 2 km SSE of Pallerone, Italy | M4.7 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jul 7, 1999 | 4 km WNW of Montese, Italy | M4.7 | 92 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1875 | ADRIATIC SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 136 km |
| 1846 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | 56 | 36 km |
| 1846 | TUSCANY | Earthquake | - | - | 43 km |
| 1742 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | - | 67 km |
| 1672 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | - | 1,500 | 135 km |
| 1646 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | - | 58 km |
| 1624 | DELTA OF THE PO | Earthquake | - | - | 140 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Vulsini (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulsini | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | -104 | 122 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
San Gimignano has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 44°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.3").