Piazza Arringo

Square Historic town square hosting cathedral and civic buildings

Ascoli Piceno’s main square, framed by the cathedral and medieval palazzi; tourists gather here for Roman and medieval architecture, outdoor cafés, weekly markets and as a start point for the centro storico.

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Piazza Arringo is a historic public square in the centre of Ascoli Piceno in the Marche region of Italy, notable for its ecclesiastical buildings and civic function. It serves as one of the principal civic and religious spaces in the town.

The square is flanked by the town’s cathedral and the bishop’s palace, with open paved areas used for markets, ceremonies, and events. Architectural styles around the square reflect several periods, with stone facades and historic civic buildings creating the enclosure.

The piazza has medieval origins as the town’s religious and administrative heart and developed over centuries as the seat of local ecclesiastical authority. Its current appearance reflects successive repairs and modifications to the surrounding buildings.

Located in Ascoli Piceno’s historic centre, the square sits a short walk from Piazza del Popolo and other principal streets, forming part of the compact medieval fabric of the town.

  • Setting: the square forms part of the medieval core of Ascoli Piceno and is a short walk from the better-known Piazza del Popolo, offering a quieter civic space

What to See #

  • Cathedral of Saint Emidio: the Cathedral of Saint Emidio, a Romanesque-Gothic church whose façade faces the square and forms the site's religious focal point
  • Bishop's Palace and episcopal complex: the Bishop's Palace and adjacent ecclesiastical buildings that frame the square and reflect the site's historical role as a diocesan center
Piazza Arringo
Piazza Arringo, Ascoli Piceno, Marche, Italy
42.8535, 13.5775
Public square-open daily

How to Get to Piazza Arringo #

Piazza Arringo is in the centro storico (historic center) of Ascoli Piceno. The town is accessible by regional buses and by train to Ascoli Piceno station; the square is a short walk from the station through the old town.

Tips for Visiting Piazza Arringo #

  • Visit during late afternoon when the piazza's shade shifts and local cafés fill with patrons.
  • Look for the municipal archive and old palazzo façades around the square-Bra's lesser-known architectural details are worth a slow walk.

Best Time to Visit Piazza Arringo #

Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring Ascoli Piceno's historic center and squares.

Spring-Autumn
April-October · 12-26°C (54-79°F)
Comfortable temperatures for strolling and outdoor café culture; many local festivals occur in summer.
Winter
November-March · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Cooler, quieter city; indoor museums and churches are the focus.

Weather & Climate near Piazza Arringo #

Climate

Piazza Arringo'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 29°C. Moderate rainfall (746 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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