The Tuscan Climate
In general, the climate in Tuscany is very mild with little difference between the different provinces. However, the coast and valleys are hotter in summer than the hilly areas. Usually summers in Tuscany are hot with little or no rain. Spring (April and May) and Autumn (October and November) are milder and rainier, but there are still plenty of dry, sunny days. Winter can still have some sunny days but is usually wetter and colder, especially at night. July and August are the hottest months. January is the coldest month.
When to Visit
Spring in Tuscany can be one of the most rewarding times to visit, average temperatures are warm and comfortable. It can however, be one of the wettest seasons, but normally by May, rain is rare and the days are longer with up to 10 hours of daylight.
Summer in Tuscany is usually hot and sunny with pleasant warm evenings for “al fresco” dining. Humidity levels can get high, especially in the cities.
Autumn, like Spring can be a good time to visit Tuscany, with warm average temperatures into October and sometimes later.
Tuscany rarely sees severe weather in Winter, a day or two of snow with wetter weather and lower temperatures are the norm. however it's usually mixed with crisp bright days and clear, blue skies. Visit this Holiday Weather site for interesting weather facts and figures.
Tuscan Weather Averages
Although it can feel like you're driving on a formula 1 racetrack at times, the roads in Tuscany are generally very good. The region has a well maintained network of motorways, which will get you to your destination quickly. When you're not in a hurry take the more picturesque backroads to explore the beautiful Tuscan countryside.
If you like stopping off along the way at some of Tuscany's fine restaurants, this Michelin Guide can help create a route passing the best restaurants.
For detailed directions on how to get to La Posticcia click here.
Car Hire
Although La Posticcia is close to a local village, we feel a car is essential when visiting, firstly to get to and from the airport and also to explore the Tuscan countryside and main cities.
Drive Safely!
If you'd like to check if your holiday dates are available, please complete our availability request form.
La Posticcia is peaceful and private but is in an excellent location for visiting many historic Tuscan towns - e.g. Arezzo (20mins), Florence (45mins), Siena (60mins), Cortona (40mins), Pisa (90mins). Make sure you download a Tuscan city guide for your ipod from the Travel Guides section of the Local Info page.
Throughout the year, the Valdarno area is packed full of events with something to suit all tastes - culture, food, wine, museums,theatre, cinema, music, local festivals and more. Valdarno Info is where you can find out "what's on, where and when in the Valdarno area, surrounding San Giustino. Another site worth visiting is Loro Ciuffenna. If you want to travel outside the local area, Firenze.net is packed full of useful information on events happening all over Tuscany, and it's in English! You can even book tickets for entrance to any of the main museums and galleries in Florence.
Numerous Tuscan spas and thermal springs are within an hour's drive (Rapolano Terme, Bagno Vignoni, Montecatini terme to name but a few) and there are sports and leisure activities including a water park, riding and tennis within 20 minutes.
The Pratomagno mountains, which surround the house are also excellent for walkers and cyclists. The Italian Alpine Club have produced a map showing all the paths and walks in the area. They can be identified by the red and white painted stripes on trees and rocks along the way.
The local newsagents in S. Giustino will have a copy of "Toscana Tascabile", a Tuscan version of Time out, giving monthly listing of events happening all over Tuscany.
The local area has many excellent restaurants including a few that are Michelin starred. See our Local Info page for some of these.
When you rent La Posticcia for your family holiday you'll find an information pack listing activities and restaurants with phone numbers and locations in the house. There are also walking maps, train timetables etc. for you to use.
If you need more information on things to do in Tuscany, please get in touch as we'd be happy to help or to check if your holiday dates are available, please complete our availability request form.