Citadel of Parma

Park Renaissance fortress in Parma, now cultural site

A Renaissance fortress in Parma with thick ramparts and a grassy glacis; visitors inspect military architecture, occasional exhibitions and the citadel’s relation to the city’s historic centre.

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Citadel of Parma
44.7925, 10.3316

How to Get to Citadel of Parma #

The Citadel of Parma is in central Parma, Emilia-Romagna. It is walkable from the city centre and accessible by local buses. The site is near other historic attractions, making it easy to combine into a single day’s itinerary.

Tips for Visiting Citadel of Parma #

  • Time a visit to coincide with quieter weekdays to avoid school groups and local events.
  • Look for guided tours that include the citadel's underground magazines and historical exhibits for a fuller sense of military life.
  • Combine the citadel visit with a walk along Parma's historic centre and the nearby Baptistery for architectural contrast.

Best Time to Visit Citadel of Parma #

Late spring through early autumn for most clement weather and comfortable city sightseeing.

Spring-Autumn
Apr-Oct · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Pleasant weather for exploring ramparts and enjoying city views; longer daylight for sightseeing.
Winter
Nov-Mar · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Quieter but colder; some exhibitions may have reduced hours.

Weather & Climate near Citadel of Parma #

Climate

Citadel of Parma's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (774 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 31°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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