Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power (568-774 A.D.)

Historical Site Collection of Lombard-era sites representing early medieval power

Scattered Lombard sites across Italy document Lombard rule (568-774 AD) through baptisteries, basilicas and early medieval fortifications. Visitors study early medieval art, architecture and the Lombards’ role in Italy’s shift from antiquity to the Middle Ages.

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Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power (568-774 A.D.)
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Tips for Visiting Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power (568-774 A.D.) #

  • Treat the Longobards serial sites as a linked itinerary rather than isolated stops-check which specific monuments (e.g., Cividale del Friuli and other nearby sites) are open on the same day to avoid wasted travel.
  • Many of the Longobard sites are small museums or chapels with restricted opening hours-consult local tourist offices in advance and aim for weekday mornings to avoid brief closures and tour groups.
  • Book a knowledgeable local guide for at least one site: Longobard art and architecture are subtle and a guide will point out sculptural details and inscriptions that most visitors overlook.

Best Time to Visit Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power (568-774 A.D.) #

Visit in spring or early autumn to avoid summer crowds and heat while enjoying comfortable conditions across the Lombard sites.

Peak season (summer)
June-August · 20-30°C (varies by site)
Warmer weather and highest visitor numbers at many Lombard sites-expect queues at popular museums and monuments.
Shoulder seasons (best balance)
April-June; September-October · 10-22°C
Milder conditions and fewer crowds-ideal for visiting multiple sites in comfort and avoiding peak summer heat.
Low season (winter)
November-March · 0-10°C
Colder months with the fewest visitors; indoor monuments and museums are quieter though some smaller sites may have reduced hours.

Weather & Climate near Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power (568-774 A.D.) #

Climate

Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power (568-774 A.D.)'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 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1783 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

172 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (201 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

201 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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