Piazza della Cisterna Square
Medieval town square featuring a central cistern
Medieval-style piazza built around an old cistern, lined with cafés and small shops; tourists visit for period architecture, outdoor seating and local markets that reflect Piedmontese town life.
Piazza della Cisterna at a Glance#
Address: Piazza della Cisterna, Piedmont, Italy
Hours: Public square, open 24 hours
Admission: Free
How to Get to Piazza della Cisterna#
Typically located in a town centre in Piedmont; reachable on foot from the local train or bus stops. Local tourist offices will provide exact directions within the town.
Tips for Visiting Piazza della Cisterna#
- Go early to avoid the midafternoon crowd and to see the cistern area in quieter light.
- Examine the paving - older stones often retain worn grooves from centuries of carts and foot traffic.
- If the piazza hosts a market day, arrive before noon for the best selection of local goods.
Best Time to Visit Piazza della Cisterna#
Spring and autumn balance comfortable temperatures with attractive light for photography and people-watching.
Weather & Climate near Piazza della Cisterna#
Piazza della Cisterna'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 -3°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (868 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 6° | 2° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 0.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| February | Acceptable | -2° - 8° | 3° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Good | 1° - 12° | 6° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 1.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 4° - 16° | 9° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 1.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.7h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 18° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.4h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 21° | 62 mm | some cloud | 66% | 1.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 26° | 21° | 86 mm | some cloud | 67% | 1.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.9h |
| September | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 0.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 6° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 0.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| December | Acceptable | -2° - 7° | 2° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 0.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
