Capital city in Lazio, Italy
Rome weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Rome
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and manageable. Jul–Aug is hot (35°C+) and many locals leave; Easter and Dec are packed. Winter is mild and cheaper.
Rome weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°73 mm
- Feb13°77 mm
- Mar16°69 mm
- Apr20°56 mm
- May24°57 mm
- Jun29°34 mm
- Jul33°26 mm
- Aug33°26 mm
- Sep28°70 mm
- Oct23°82 mm
- Nov17°114 mm
- Dec13°91 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C53°F | 4°C39°F | 73 mm | 81% | Cool |
| February | 13°C55°F | 4°C40°F | 77 mm | 79% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 6°C44°F | 69 mm | 76% | Cool |
| April | 20°C68°F | 10°C49°F | 56 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 14°C56°F | 57 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C85°F | 18°C65°F | 34 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C91°F | 21°C70°F | 26 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| August | 33°C91°F | 21°C70°F | 26 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 17°C63°F | 70 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C73°F | 13°C56°F | 82 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 9°C49°F | 114 mm | 80% | Cool |
| December | 13°C55°F | 5°C41°F | 91 mm | 81% | Cool |
Best months across Italy
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Venice | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Florence | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Milan | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Amalfi Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Naples | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Lake Como | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cinque Terre | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Sicily | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Tuscany | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Positano | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sardinia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Bologna | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Verona | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Pisa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Capri | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sorrento | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Lake Garda | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (31°C) |
| Turin | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Siena | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Puglia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Dolomites | Jan–Mar, Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Taormina | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Palermo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Catania | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Bari | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Matera | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Lecce | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Genoa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Lucca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Rome?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and manageable. Jul–Aug is hot (35°C+) and many locals leave; Easter and Dec are packed. Winter is mild and cheaper.
When is the rainy season in Rome?
Rain peaks in November with about 114 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Rome?
July, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Rome get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 4°C (39°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.