Rome weather
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Rome, in Italy, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 33.9°C, while January nights are the coldest at around 4.1°C. The city sees roughly 901mm of rain a year; November is normally the wettest month and July the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12.7° | 4.1° | 71mm | 9 |
| Feb | 15.2° | 5.2° | 53mm | 6 |
| Mar | 16.5° | 6.4° | 84mm | 9 |
| Apr | 19.3° | 8.5° | 63mm | 10 |
| May | 24.2° | 13.6° | 70mm | 11 |
| Jun | 29.5° | 17.8° | 49mm | 7 |
| Jul | 33.9° | 21.4° | 12mm | 3 |
| Aug | 33° | 21.5° | 43mm | 5 |
| Sep | 28° | 17.4° | 93mm | 9 |
| Oct | 22.9° | 13.7° | 93mm | 11 |
| Nov | 17.7° | 9.4° | 139mm | 11 |
| Dec | 13.8° | 6° | 131mm | 12 |
Seasons in Rome
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Rome climb from 16.5°C in March to 24.2°C by May, while nights ease from 6.4°C to 13.6°C. The season brings around 217mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 32.1°C, peaking in July at 33.9°C. July is usually the driest of the summer months (12mm over ~3 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Rome gets roughly 15.1 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 28°C in September to 17.7°C by November, and rainfall builds to its annual peak — November is the wettest month of the year (139mm).
Winter (December–February). Nights average 5.1°C, with January the coldest month (average low 4.1°C, daytime high 12.7°C). Expect about 27 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 8.9 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Rome compares
| Rome | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 901mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 103 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 32.1°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 5.1°C | 3.4°C |
Rome is about 15% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Rome weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Rome?
July is typically the warmest month in Rome, with average daytime highs of 33.9°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 32.1°C.
What is the wettest month in Rome?
November is usually the wettest month, with around 139mm of rain over roughly 11 rainy days. July is typically the driest (12mm).
How much does it rain in Rome per year?
Rome receives roughly 901mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 103 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Rome?
Winter nights (December–February) in Rome average around 5.1°C, with January typically the coldest month (average low 4.1°C).
When is the best time to visit Rome for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Rome. July is typically the driest of the warm months (12mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 33.9°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 15 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Rome's weather compare with the UK?
Rome receives 901mm of rain a year, about 15% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 32.1°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 5.1°C versus 3.4°C.