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Italy in November: Your guide to weather, events & travel

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Matt Byrd

Last updated

July 2, 2025

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Fewer crowds, fall festivals, and a calendar full of reasons to slow down and savor. Italy in November trades the buzz of high season for cozy cultural moments — think truffle markets in Piedmont, quiet galleries in Florence, and candlelit dinners in Rome’s historic neighborhoods.

It’s shoulder season, which means you can enjoy milder weather, better rates on hotels, and fewer lines at major attractions. And while beach days are mostly behind you, November is rich in food and art — the kind of trip that’s less about checking boxes and more about meaningful moments.

If that sounds like your kind of travel, an advisor on TravelJoy can help you experience Italy in a way that feels thoughtful, local, and just right for the season.

Is November a good time to visit Italy?

Yes, exploring Italy in November is ideal if you want to experience the beauty of the country without the crowds. With daytime temperatures ranging from the 40s in the north to the 60s in Sicily, the weather is cooler but still comfortable for sightseeing. Florence and Rome are crisp and golden, while southern cities like Palermo are still warm enough for outdoor dining.

Visiting during the shoulder season in Italy means you’ll encounter fewer crowds at popular spots like the Vatican Museums, the Uffizi Gallery, and Venice’s Grand Canal. You can walk through Milan’s Brera district or Rome’s Trastevere without making your way through tour groups. Hotel rates tend to dip during the shoulder season, making it a great time to book places that might usually feel out of reach.

Beach towns like Positano wind down, and daylight hours are shorter. This means that the classic Italian beach vacation may not be a good idea if you’re travelling to Italy in November. But what November lacks in sunshine, it makes up for in atmosphere. The beach trade-off feels small when you can enjoy the vineyards turn shades of rust and gold, and savor Cannolis and Pumpkin Tortelli at fall festivals.

If Italy in November is calling, an advisor on TravelJoy can help you experience it in a way that’s uniquely yours. Be it a visit to Alba’s famed white truffle fair or a private olive oil tasting in Tuscany, they can craft a trip filled with seasonal moments and behind-the-scenes access you won’t find in any guidebook.

High temperature
59°F / 15°C
Low temperature
46°F / 8°C
Rainfall
3.5 in / 90 mm
Sun & daylight
4.5 hours / 10 hours
Seasonal tips

- Rainy and cool 

- Quiet tourist period

- Great for foodies

- Pack waterproof shoes

- Early winter charm

Where to go in Italy in November

Rome
November offers a more relaxed way to experience Rome—no sweltering heat, no peak-season crowds. You can tour the Colosseum without the summer rush, then warm up with cacio e pepe in a tucked-away trattoria. You can plan the trip around the San Martino festival to savor the season’s first wines and soak in the local celebration.
Florence and Tuscany
Florence slows down beautifully in November. If you are an art lover, you can explore the Uffizi or Accademia Gallery without the usual crowds. Outside the city, olive mills open for tastings of the season’s freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil, and towns like San Miniato host weekend truffle markets. Your advisor can arrange vineyard visits in Chianti or find boutique stays in the countryside with working fireplaces and fall menus.
Piedmont
If your trip is all about food, Piedmont is a November standout. The Alba White Truffle Fair runs through most of the month, drawing chefs and food lovers from around the world. Whether you want to explore Barolo’s wine roads, sip bold reds with a view of foggy vineyards, or book a private truffle hunt in the woods.
Palermo and the south
If you’re chasing warmth in November, head south to Palermo. It’s the perfect season to wander with a warm arancino in hand or taste Frutta di Martorana, the marzipan sweets made for All Saints’ Day. Inland, olive groves are mid-harvest, and small farms welcome visitors with open doors and fuller tables.

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Things to do in Italy in November

Event
Location
Timing
All Saints’ Day
Italy observes All Saints’ Day with church services
Nationwide
November 1
Milan Jazz Marathon
Milan’s jazz marathon features performances citywide
Milan
Mid-November
Turin Contemporary Art Week
Turin’s art week showcases contemporary galleries
Turin
Early November
Rome Literature Fest
Rome’s literature fest hosts author readings
Rome
November weekends
Florence Book Fair
Florence’s book fair highlights publishing industry
Florence
Mid-November
Olive Oil Week
Liguria offers tastings during olive oil week
Liguria
November
Venice Biennale Architecture Wrap-up
Venice concludes architecture biennale with final tours
Venice
Late November

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