🇮🇹 Rome vs San Sebastián 🇪🇸

Rome, Italy vs San Sebastián, Spain — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Rome is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Rome is drier, with roughly 94 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇹 Rome🇪🇸 San Sebastián
Avg annual high21°C18°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)August (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (6°C low)
Rainy days / year82176
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Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberJune, July, September

🇮🇹 Rome

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

🇪🇸 San Sebastián

Best around June, July, September. Hottest in August (24°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome or San Sebastián warmer?

Rome is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Rome or San Sebastián?

San Sebastián is rainier — Rome sees about 94 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Rome vs San Sebastián?

Rome is best around April, May, October; San Sebastián is best around June, July, September.

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