Weather & Climate in Volterra, Italy
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Volterra 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 1,742 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 | 1,742 ft (531 m) |
| Area | 107.8 sq mi (279.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 64/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4025°N, 10.8615°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,683 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Sep 14, 2003 | 3 km E of Monterenzio, Italy | M5.3 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M5.2 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Sep 18, 2023 | 7 km SE of Marradi, Italy | M5.1 | 95 km | 10 km |
| May 10, 2000 | 7 km SE of Granarolo, Italy | M5.1 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 27, 2012 | 4 km SE of Berceto, Italy | M5.0 | 137 km | 60 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 3 km ENE of Castiglione di Garfagnana, Italy | M4.9 | 91 km | 16 km |
| Jun 30, 2013 | 6 km SW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.9 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Mar 1, 2008 | 6 km NNW of Galliano, Italy | M4.8 | 80 km | 4 km |
| Jun 22, 2000 | 8 km WSW of Cipolleto, Italy | M4.8 | 131 km | 10 km |
| May 8, 2000 | 3 km NE of Faenza, Italy | M4.8 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jan 26, 2003 | 2 km NW of San Piero in Bagno, Italy | M4.7 | 102 km | 7 km |
| Oct 10, 1995 | 2 km SSE of Pallerone, Italy | M4.7 | 110 km | 10 km |
| May 8, 2000 | 2 km SE of Granarolo, Italy | M4.7 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2013 | 6 km WSW of Minucciano, Italy | M4.7 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jan 26, 2003 | 3 km NNW of San Piero in Bagno, Italy | M4.7 | 103 km | 7 km |
| Jul 7, 1999 | 4 km WNW of Montese, Italy | M4.7 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Sep 14, 2009 | 5 km SE of Castiglione dei Pepoli, Italy | M4.6 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Mar 1, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Mercatale-San Quirico, Italy | M4.6 | 78 km | 6 km |
| May 11, 2000 | northern Italy | M4.6 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Aug 13, 2019 | 4 km SW of Stazione Valmozzola, Italy | M4.6 | 150 km | 10 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 |
| 1846 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | 56 | 21 km |
| 1846 | TUSCANY | Earthquake | - | - | 31 km |
| 1742 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | - | 55 km |
| 1646 | LIVORNO | Earthquake | - | - | 47 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Vulsini (125 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulsini | Caldera | 800 m (2,625 ft) | -104 | 125 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in |
Volterra has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 44°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.3").