🇬🇧 London vs Rome 🇮🇹

London, United Kingdom vs Rome, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Rome is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Rome is drier, with roughly 29 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇮🇹 Rome
Avg annual high16°C21°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year11182
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇮🇹 Rome

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

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Rome warmer?

Rome is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Rome?

London is rainier — Rome sees about 29 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Rome?

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

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