February 16 is generally a great time to visit Matera. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Matera—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Matera
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Matera Weather Forecast for February 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.7°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Matera in February
Based on historical data for February 16, Matera typically experiences temperatures between 2.3°C and 11.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Matera
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.6°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1019.5 hPa
High volatility
Matera Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% 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
🔴 50 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 75 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 125 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.8°C
Dry air
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
Moderate
53/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~23
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Matera
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:48
☀️ Noon
12:09
🌇 Sunset
17:30
⏱️ Daylight
10h 42m
Wind Speed
16.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Matera
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Matera on February 16 averages 11.7°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 80/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Matera Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
February 19
12.4°C • 15% rain
Score
83
February 18
12.2°C • 14% rain
Score
82
February 17
12°C • 14% rain
Score
81
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Matera Worth Visiting on February 16?
Planning a trip to Matera on February 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.7°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 23 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 February 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.5°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -1.8°C in 2021.