Lago di Chiusi Lake

Artificial lake near historic Chiusi in Umbria

On the Tuscany-Umbria plain near Chiusi, this shallow lake attracts birdwatchers and anglers and lies close to Etruscan archaeological sites.

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Lago di Chiusi at a Glance#

Address: Lago di Chiusi (Lago di Chiusi/Valdichiana), Province of Perugia/Arezzo area (Umbria/Tuscany border)

Admission: Free to visit; local activities may have fees

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How to Get to Lago di Chiusi#

Chiusi is on the main rail line between Florence and Rome; from Chiusi the lake is a short drive or taxi ride. Regional buses connect in the high season; parking is available at main access points.

Tips for Visiting Lago di Chiusi#

  • The lake sits close to the archaeological and medieval sites around Chiusi-combine a lake visit with local town visits.
  • Sunset over the lake can be atmospheric-photographers should head to the western shore.
  • Public transport is limited; drive or use local tourist buses from Chiusi or Chianciano.

Best Time to Visit Lago di Chiusi#

Spring and autumn for pleasant weather and fewer visitors; summer for warmer activities.

Spring (Mar-May)
March-May · 10-20°C
Comfortable temperatures and active birdlife; good for walks.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
September-November · 10-20°C
Harvest season nearby and quieter paths; softer light.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 20-30°C
Warmer days suitable for lakeside relaxation.

Weather & Climate near Lago di Chiusi#

Climate

Lago di Chiusi's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (621 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 48 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 2° - 9° 4° 43 mm partly cloudy 89% 1.5 m/s 0.2 low 9.2h
February Acceptable 2° - 10° 5° 49 mm partly cloudy 85% 1.9 m/s 0.3 low 10.3h
March Acceptable 4° - 13° 8° 46 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.2 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.8h
April Good 7° - 16° 12° 54 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.1 m/s 1.0 high 13.3h
May Very Good 11° - 22° 16° 53 mm partly cloudy 71% 1.8 m/s 1.5 high 14.5h
June Excellent 14° - 26° 20° 43 mm some cloud 63% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 15.2h
July Ideal 17° - 29° 23° 24 mm mostly sunny 54% 2.0 m/s 2.0 very high 14.9h
August Ideal 17° - 29° 23° 37 mm mostly sunny 56% 1.8 m/s 1.6 very high 13.8h
September Excellent 14° - 25° 20° 61 mm partly cloudy 67% 1.7 m/s 1.0 high 12.4h
October Good 10° - 19° 15° 74 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.6 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.9h
November Acceptable 6° - 13° 9° 78 mm overcast 86% 1.6 m/s 0.2 low 9.5h
December Acceptable 3° - 10° 5° 59 mm partly cloudy 89% 1.7 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h