Running conditions in Milan, Lombardy

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Will it rain in
Milan today?

Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Milan, Lombardy, Italy.

Running in Milan means dealing with Lombardy's foggy winters, humid summers, and the Po Valley's stagnant air. Whether it's a misty morning through Parco Sempione, a muggy summer run along the Navigli, or an autumn downpour catching you in the city centre, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Milan right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Milan's Po Valley weather is throwing at you today.

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How often does it rain in Milan?

Milan records around 1218mm of rain a year, spread across about 120 days — roughly 33% of all days, or 10 days in an average month. That puts Milan mid-pack: rain interrupts roughly one run in three, so it pays to check the hourly forecast before a long run, but you will not be running in waterproofs week after week.

The wettest month is May, averaging 164mm across about 16 rainy days. The driest is January, with 49mm over roughly 6 days. Average lows in January drop to -0.6°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. At the other end, July averages 29.9°C highs — hot enough that early morning and evening are the sensible windows, and hydration matters more than waterproofing.

Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.

Average monthly rainfall and temperature in Milan, based on the last 10 years of recorded data (2015–2024).
MonthRainfallRainy daysAvg highAvg low
January49mm67.8°C-0.6°C
February81mm810.9°C1.9°C
March76mm914.4°C4.4°C
April88mm918.4°C8.2°C
May164mm1621.9°C12.6°C
June115mm1127.4°C17.5°C
July100mm1229.9°C20.1°C
August106mm1029.4°C19.8°C
September122mm1024.2°C15.5°C
October142mm1119°C11.1°C
November111mm1112.3°C5.3°C
December64mm77.9°C0.9°C

Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.

Running in Milan: common questions

Will it rain in Milan today?

The forecast card at the top of this page shows Milan's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Milan sees rain on about 120 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 33% chance of some rain falling.

Is it a good day to run in Milan?

RainOrRun scores the live Milan forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.

What is the best time to run in Milan today?

The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Milan — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.

What should I wear running in Milan today?

The gear section on this page updates with the live Milan forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.

What is the wettest month in Milan?

May is the wettest month in Milan, averaging 164mm of rain across about 16 rainy days. January is the driest, with around 49mm over roughly 6 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.

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