Weather
Elba Island has a Mediterranean insular climate, belonging to the xerothermic region (sub-Mediterranean), characterized by mild winters and hot summer with little rainfall. The mild climate is also due to the thermostatic temperature control of the Tyrrhenian Sea with a low annual temperature range and an average temperature of 17 ° C.
The mountain ranges on Elba Island, makes that there are different climatic zones in the island: Mediterranean climate along the coast, sub-continental from an altitude of 450 meters and "sub-mountain" once reached 800 meters of altitude.
Besides being rich in terms of natural beauty, among which over 100 wonderful beaches and coves, Elba Island is also rich in history and culture which makes it a special holiday destination to be visited during any season of the year.
Temperature and climate of Elba
In the summer season the average temperature is 22.7 ° C, while the annual average is 15.7 degrees °C. During the year in Elba Island, there are about 168 sunny days with clear sunny skies and no clouds; 88 days when the weather is mixed, therefore semi clouded and 109 days covered with no sun, and sometimes rainy. Generally, rainy days are very short; it is easy to see night thunderstorms and wake up in the morning with clear sky, being Elba characterized by blowing wind and breeze which push away storms pretty quickly.
Average temperatures in Elba given in degrees
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
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Max. average temperature °C | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 18 | 22,1 |
Min. average temperature °C | 8 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 12 | 10 | 15,1 |
Rains (mm) | 61 | 53 | 51 | 47 | 28 | 24 | 13 | 30 | 51 | 82 | 86 | 69 | 5 |
Raining days | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 64 |
Real Time forecast in Elba Island

The Winds
It is very important to know the wind in Elba, not only for navigation but also to choose the beach where to go sunbathing.

The Sea
The temperature of the sea of Elba are pretty mild also during winter.

Spring
Elba during spring is very beautiful especially for a outdoor holiday for those who love nature.

Summer
Summer is seaside holiday time and from June to the end of August Elba and its beaches are a indisputable destination for many tourists.

Autumn
Autumn is probably one of the quietest months in Elba, ideal for who is looking for peace and want to relax.

Winter
Visit the island of Elba during the Christmas holidays between religious events and Christmas markets.

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