Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum

Ruins Ruins of Roman amphitheatre near ancient Amiternum town

Ruined Roman amphitheatre near Amiternum in Abruzzo; visitors study exposed masonry, local archaeological displays and the nearby medieval town fabric.

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The Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum is the remains of a Roman-era amphitheatre at the archaeological site of Amiternum, near the modern city of L’Aquila in Abruzzo, Italy.

The structure dates to the Roman period and would originally have hosted public spectacles and gatherings typical of Roman amphitheatres; visitors can see surviving sections of the arena and stone construction in situ.

The amphitheatre forms part of the broader ancient city remains at Amiternum, which developed under Roman rule and declined in later centuries as the regional urban network changed.

The ruins sit near L’Aquila in Abruzzo and are accessed from the surrounding towns and provincial roads that serve the archaeological area.

  • Visiting note: The site is part of the archaeological remains of the ancient city of Amiternum and is commonly visited alongside other Roman-era ruins in the area.
Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum
Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum (near L'Aquila), Abruzzo, Italy
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How to Get to Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum #

The site is best reached from L’Aquila by road; local signage and regional tourist offices in L’Aquila can provide directions and any available visiting information.

Tips for Visiting Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum #

  • Look for guided tours or archaeological information in L'Aquila to understand the site's Roman context.
  • Visit in cooler shoulder seasons to avoid the midsummer heat common in central Abruzzo.
  • Pair the visit with other ancient sites in the Abruzzo region for a fuller day of Roman history.

Best Time to Visit Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum #

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for archaeological sightseeing in Abruzzo.

Spring-Early summer
April-June · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Pleasant walking weather and ideal for combining archaeological visits with regional drives.
Autumn
September-October · 8-22°C (46-72°F)
Cooler days and fewer tourists at archaeological sites.

Weather & Climate near Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum #

Climate

Roman Amphitheatre of Amiternum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (883 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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