Month guide · Verona · Italy
Verona in September
What September is really like in Verona: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Verona. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. Warm and golden, with the grape harvest starting in Valpolicella and Soave and the last opera nights.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Verona: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 18°C (64°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 30 days. Compared with August (29°C (84°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:54
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:28
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
Autumn (September–November). Grape harvest in Valpolicella and Soave, rice festivals and mild days, turning damp and grey by November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
- Grape harvest in Valpolicella and Soave (usually September–October)
- Fiera del Riso — rice fair at Isola della Scala (usually September–October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Piazza Bra and the Arena
Opera at the Arena
On the stone steps, rent or bring a cushion, arrive early for a good spot and pack a layer; performances often end after midnight.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- After dark
- Couples
- Iconic
- Art
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Landmark · Città Antica (Piazza delle Erbe)
Piazza delle Erbe
Built on the site of the Roman forum, Verona's old market square is ringed by the frescoed Mazzanti houses, the Baroque Palazzo Maffei and the Casa dei Mercanti, with the Madonna Verona fountain, crowned by a Roman statue, in the centre.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Food
- After dark
- Photo spot
Historic site · Città Antica (Piazza delle Erbe)
Juliet's House
Come early or late in the day to see the courtyard without a dense crowd; writing on the walls or leaving padlocks is banned.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Couples
- Photo spot
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Historic site · Città Antica (Piazza delle Erbe)
Piazza dei Signori and the Scaliger Tombs
Just behind Piazza delle Erbe, the quieter Piazza dei Signori was the seat of Verona's rulers, with a statue of Dante, who was sheltered here in exile, the Renaissance Loggia del Consiglio and the Palazzo della Ragione with its outdoor Scala della Ragione staircase.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Free
- Art
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 14°C and 6 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Verona?
One of the best months to visit Verona, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are May–June. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Verona?
It is one of the best months to visit Verona. Warm and golden, with the grape harvest starting in Valpolicella and Soave and the last opera nights.
+How warm is Verona in September?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Verona in September?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.