October 8 is generally a great time to visit Florence. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. As it's peak season for Florence, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Florence
Currency
EUR
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Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Florence Weather Forecast for October 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.4°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Florence in October
Based on historical data for October 8, Florence typically experiences temperatures between 12°C and 21.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Florence
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
21.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.7°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Florence Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 57 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 86 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 143 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.6°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Italy
Flight Traffic
High
84/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~54
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Florence
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:21
☀️ Noon
12:03
🌇 Sunset
17:46
⏱️ Daylight
11h 24m
Wind Speed
10.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Florence
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Florence on October 8 averages 21.4°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Florence Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 12
21.3°C • 16% rain
Score
100
October 10
21.4°C • 20% rain
Score
99
October 11
21.4°C • 18% rain
Score
99
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📍 Is Florence Worth Visiting on October 8?
Planning a trip to Florence on October 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.4°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 54 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.8°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 7.8°C in 2020.