Pisa
City in Italy
Pisa is a city in Italy with a population of about 89,000. Located 265 km from Rome, it is known for historic architecture, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Pisa Cathedral.
What to see
The primary sights in Pisa are the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which holds UNESCO status, and the adjacent Pisa Cathedral. Both structures are located in the same area.
When to go
Summer months offer the warmest weather, with daily highs reaching 28 °C in July and August and low rainfall, ranging from 30 mm to 44 mm. Spring and early autumn provide milder temperatures, with highs between 14 °C and 24 °C. The period from October to December is the wettest, with rainfall peaking at 123 mm in November.
Getting there
The city is served by Pisa International Airport, located 4 km from Pisa.
Top sights in Pisa
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is November, with about 123 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 10 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 15 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | 3 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 16 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 59 | 48 | 53 | 75 | 61 | 42 | 30 | 44 | 96 | 122 | 123 | 88 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Pisa (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.