Weather & Climate in Santa Maria a Monte, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Santa Maria a Monte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 16.8 sq mi (43.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7079°N, 10.6920°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,916 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| May 20, 2012 | 4 km NNE of Massa Finalese, Italy | M6.0 | 138 km | 6 km |
| May 29, 2012 | 1 km ENE of Medolla, Italy | M5.8 | 131 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 2012 | 2 km NE of San Possidonio, Italy | M5.5 | 134 km | 7 km |
| Oct 15, 1996 | 2 km N of Correggio, Italy | M5.4 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Sep 14, 2003 | 3 km E of Monterenzio, Italy | M5.3 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M5.2 | 67 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2000 | 7 km SE of Granarolo, Italy | M5.1 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2012 | 3 km ENE of Novi di Modena, Italy | M5.1 | 134 km | 9 km |
| Sep 18, 2023 | 7 km SE of Marradi, Italy | M5.1 | 86 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 2012 | 2 km W of San Possidonio, Italy | M5.1 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jan 27, 2012 | 4 km SE of Berceto, Italy | M5.0 | 101 km | 60 km |
| May 20, 2012 | 1 km SSW of Vigarano Mainarda, Italy | M5.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 6 km SW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.9 | 64 km | 10 km |
| May 20, 2012 | 2 km ENE of Medolla, Italy | M4.9 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2012 | 1 km N of Poviglio, Italy | M4.9 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 3 km ENE of Castiglione di Garfagnana, Italy | M4.9 | 55 km | 16 km |
| Feb 21, 1998 | 2 km ENE of Campagnola Emilia, Italy | M4.8 | 127 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 2012 | 3 km ENE of Novi di Modena, Italy | M4.8 | 134 km | 3 km |
| May 20, 2012 | 3 km WSW of Bondeno, Italy | M4.8 | 141 km | 3 km |
| May 29, 2012 | 2 km W of San Possidonio, Italy | M4.8 | 131 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1875 | ADRIATIC SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 147 km |
| 1846 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | 56 | 35 km |
| 1846 | TUSCANY | Earthquake | - | - | 28 km |
| 1742 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | - | 46 km |
| 1646 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | - | 35 km |
| 1624 | DELTA OF THE PO | Earthquake | - | - | 133 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Vulsini (159 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulsini | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | -104 | 159 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
Santa Maria a Monte has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 44°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (1.3").