🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Rome 🇮🇹

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Rome, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Rome is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Rome is drier, with roughly 70 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇮🇹 Rome
Avg annual high14°C21°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year15282
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

🇮🇹 Rome

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or Rome warmer?

Rome is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Rome?

Amsterdam is rainier — Rome sees about 70 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Rome?

Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; Rome is best around April, May, October.

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