Italian Phrase
Che temperatura farà?
Meaning
The question asks about the expected temperature in the near future, typically for the day ahead. It’s a polite way to inquire about the weather forecast, often used when planning activities or dressing appropriately.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to know the upcoming temperature, such as before leaving the house, planning a trip, or discussing the weather with friends. It works both in casual conversation and in more formal settings like a weather report request.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Chetemperaturafarà?
Che (what)
‘Che’ is the interrogative pronoun meaning ‘what’ and is used to ask about qualities or specifics.
Temperatura (temperature)
A feminine noun; remember the article ‘la’ is omitted in questions.
Farà (future of fare)
Third‑person singular future of ‘fare’, used here to mean ‘will be’ in weather forecasts.
Question mark
Italian questions are marked only with a final ‘?’, unlike English which also uses an opening mark.
🗨In Conversation
Che temperatura farà domani?
What will the temperature be tomorrow?
Secondo le previsioni, farà intorno ai 22 gradi.
According to the forecast, it will be around 22 degrees.
✕Common Mistakes
Che temperatura è?
Use ‘farà’ (future) for a forecast, not ‘è’ which asks about the current temperature.
Che temperatura farà oggi?
While not wrong, adding ‘oggi’ can be redundant if the context already implies today.
↔Alternatives
Quale sarà la temperatura?
What will the temperature be?
Che tempo farà?
What will the weather be like?
Quanto farà caldo/freddo?
How hot/cold will it be?
Cultural Tip
In Italy, people often discuss the weather as a way to start a conversation. In the north, you might hear more precise temperature numbers, while in the south people may refer to the feeling of ‘caldo’ or ‘freddo’ rather than exact degrees. Using “Che temperatura farà?” shows you’re interested in the specifics, which is appreciated in professional or planning contexts.