October 17 is generally a great time to visit Matera. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Matera this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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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 October 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.6°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Matera in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Matera typically experiences temperatures between 11.2°C and 20.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Matera
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.7°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Matera Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 88% 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
16°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
Busy
77/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~33
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Matera
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:07
☀️ Noon
11:40
🌇 Sunset
17:12
⏱️ Daylight
11h 5m
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Matera
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 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 October 17 averages 20.6°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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
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📍 Is Matera Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Matera on October 17? 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 20.6°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 33 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 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.4°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 6.6°C in 2020.