Cales
Archaeological Site Ancient Roman town with archaeological remains in Campania
An archaeological site in Campania preserving remains of the Roman town of Cales, including structural ruins and artefacts. History enthusiasts visit for exposed foundations, traces of urban layout and local museums.
How to Get to Cales #
Cales is near the modern town of Calvi Risorta in the Province of Caserta. The site is accessible by regional roads from Capua and Caserta; the nearest major rail hub is in Caserta, with onward local bus or taxi connections.
Tips for Visiting Cales #
- Check opening times with the local municipality - archaeological sites can have seasonal hours.
- Combine the ruins with a visit to nearby Capua for Roman and medieval remains.
- Bring shade and water: Campania summer sun can be intense on open archaeological terraces.
Best Time to Visit Cales #
Shoulder seasons are best for ruins visits to avoid the summer heat.
Weather & Climate near Cales #
Cales'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 3°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (893 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
