Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte

Museum Historic astronomical observatory and meteorological research site

Perched above Naples in the Capodimonte area, the Astronomical Observatory combines historic instruments and research facilities; visitors can book public talks or pair a visit with the nearby Capodimonte Museum and park.

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Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte
40.8629, 14.2551

How to Get to Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte #

Located on the Capodimonte hill in northern Naples. From Naples city centre take local buses toward Capodimonte or a taxi; the observatory is adjacent to the Capodimonte museum and gardens.

Tips for Visiting Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte #

  • If possible, attend a public lecture or an evening observing session - small planetarium and public outreach events are occasionally scheduled.
  • Combine a visit with the Capodimonte Museum and gardens for a full cultural day outside Naples' historic centre.

Best Time to Visit Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte #

Observatory visits depend on programming and weather; check for open nights and public lectures before planning.

Spring/Autumn (Mar-Jun, Sep-Oct)
March-June, September-October · 12-24°C
Pleasant weather and good visibility for daytime astronomy-related walks and visits.

Weather & Climate near Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte #

Climate

Astronomical Observatory of Capodimonte's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (975 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 30°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and clear sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

69 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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