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Lago di Fiastra weather

Lago di Fiastra weather
Photo: Helvio ricina / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Lago di Fiastra weather should be read with the location of the reservoir in mind. Lago di Fiastra (Lake Fiastra) is not in the high mountains: it lies at the foot of the Sibillini Mountains, on the Marche side of the National Park, and San Lorenzo al Lago, the hamlet on the shore, is at an elevation of 653 m. The lake is an artificial reservoir created in the 1950s with the dam on the Fiastrone River, and it is the largest hydroelectric reservoir in Le Marche.

In summer Lago di Fiastra draws people looking for cool fresh water away from the coast. In winter snow can reach the shores, but it does not always stay.

Today in Lago di Fiastra: cloudy, high 15 °C and low 12 °C, wind up to 26 km/h.

Updated: November 11, 2026 at 12:21 PM

15 °CNow
15 / 12 °CToday's high and low
22 km/hWind from SW
0.0 mmRain expected today

The coming days

DaySkyHigh / lowRainMax wind
Today 11 NovCloudy15° / 12°0.0 mm26 km/h SW
Thursday 12 NovLight showers17° / 11°3.8 mm31 km/h SW
Friday 13 NovHeavy rain13° / 9°20.8 mm33 km/h SW
Saturday 14 NovCloudy8° / 4°5.8 mm12 km/h N
Sunday 15 NovRain11° / 5°5.6 mm7 km/h SW
Monday 16 NovRain12° / 8°17.3 mm16 km/h SW
Tuesday 17 NovCloudy13° / 8°1.2 mm17 km/h SW
Wednesday 18 NovMostly clear12° / 8°11.9 mm22 km/h SW
Thursday 19 NovRain11° / 7°8.1 mm23 km/h SW
Friday 20 NovMostly clear11° / 6°0.3 mm28 km/h SW

Forecast by MET Norway, updated automatically · license CC BY 4.0

Sunrise and sunset

Sunrise
06:54
Sunset
16:47

Calculated for this page's coordinates, Italian time.

The next 24 hours

  1. 1315°0.0 mm22 SW
  2. 1415°0.0 mm21 SW
  3. 1515°0.0 mm21 SW
  4. 1614°0.0 mm22 SW
  5. 1713°0.0 mm22 SW
  6. 1813°0.0 mm22 SW
  7. 1912°0.0 mm24 SW
  8. 2012°0.0 mm25 SW
  9. 2112°0.0 mm26 SW
  10. 2212°0.0 mm26 SW
  11. 2312°0.0 mm26 SW
  12. 0013°0.0 mm25 SW
  13. 0113°0.0 mm25 SW
  14. 0213°0.0 mm26 SW
  15. 0313°0.0 mm25 SW
  16. 0413°0.0 mm20 S
  17. 0512°0.0 mm18 S
  18. 0612°0.5 mm17 S
  19. 0711°0.3 mm14 S
  20. 0811°0.0 mm12 S
  21. 0913°0.0 mm13 S
  22. 1014°0.3 mm14 S
  23. 1115°0.2 mm15 S
  24. 1215°0.0 mm16 S

Lago di Fiastra weather: forecast for the coming days

The forecast for the coming days is mainly useful for choosing between the beach and a hike. Heat reaches the lake too: during heat waves, highs climb considerably. At night, thermal winds naturally cool the valleys around the lake.

The trail to the Lame Rosse starts from the dam. When checking Lame Rosse weather, pay close attention to the middle of the day, because in midsummer the final stretch is dry and exposed to the sun. For the main town of the municipality there is the Fiastra weather page. An overview of the whole area is on the Sibillini Mountains Weather page.

Lago di Fiastra weather: the climate month by month

In Le Marche, January is generally the coldest month and July the hottest. In the municipality of Fiastra, July and August are the warmest and driest months. In September temperatures drop and rainfall increases.

In the swimming area of San Lorenzo al Lago, average precipitation is abundant, with a smaller share in summer. The water level changes with the seasons: it is lower in winter and spring, while in summer it is kept higher and steady.

Lago di Fiastra weather: snow and conditions

Snow at Lago di Fiastra is possible but not guaranteed. Because of the low elevation, the lakeshore is not always covered by enough snow. When it snows down to the valley floor, though, the landscape changes: on March 18, 2026 a thin white layer covered the whole lake area and the Fiastrone valley.

With enough snow, the snowshoe walk along the lake starts from San Lorenzo al Lago, out and back on the same route. It is about 6 km, with 50 m of elevation gain and 2 to 2 and a quarter hours of walking, with an easy difficulty grade. The route is not waymarked but is easy to follow. Clothing suited to snow is needed, and it is better to go in a group; beginners can rely on a guide. For outings at higher elevations, check the Sibillini avalanche bulletin (bollettino valanghe).

Between late May and June 2026 the lake level was lowered by about 8 meters for maintenance and waterproofing work on the Fiastrone dam. This brought to light the remains of the old village of San Lorenzo al Fiume, with its stone bridge. Swimming, fishing and canoeing remained possible.

Frequently asked questions

Can you swim in Lago di Fiastra? Is the water cold?

Yes, swimming in Lago di Fiastra is allowed in the signposted stretches, and the Municipality confirmed this for summer 2026 as well. In the San Lorenzo al Lago area the water averages between 18 and 22 °C: it stays cool even in summer and gets deep a few meters from the shore. The best time is July-August, in the morning.

When is the best time to go to the Lame Rosse from the lake?

The trail to the Lame Rosse starts from the Lago di Fiastra dam. In midsummer it is best to avoid the middle of the day, because the final stretch is dry and exposed to the sun. Spring, fall or the early morning hours are the most suitable times. There are no fountains along the route, so bring your own water.

Why is the level of Lago di Fiastra sometimes lower?

Lago di Fiastra is an artificial hydroelectric reservoir and its level varies: it is lower in winter and spring, while in summer it is kept higher and steady. In 2026 it dropped by about 8 meters for work on the Fiastrone dam, which brought to light the bridge of the old village of San Lorenzo al Fiume.

How much does it rain at Lago di Fiastra?

Rainfall is abundant in the Lago di Fiastra area, with a smaller share in summer. In the municipality of Fiastra it rains a little more in September than in July and August. For the days of a visit, it is still best to check the latest forecast.

What is Lake Fiastra weather like in summer?

In summer, Lake Fiastra weather is warm by day and cooler at night, when thermal winds cool the surrounding valleys. In the municipality of Fiastra, July and August are the warmest and driest months. Near San Lorenzo al Lago the water averages between 18 and 22 °C.