🇮🇹 Rome vs St. Petersburg 🇷🇺

Rome, Italy vs St. Petersburg, Russia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Rome is the warmer of the two — about 12 degrees warmer on average across the year. Rome is drier, with roughly 151 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇹 Rome🇷🇺 St. Petersburg
Avg annual high21°C9°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (22°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (-7°C low)
Rainy days / year82233
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberJune, July, August

🇮🇹 Rome

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

🇷🇺 St. Petersburg

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in January (-7°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome or St. Petersburg warmer?

Rome is warmer overall, averaging about 12 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Rome or St. Petersburg?

St. Petersburg is rainier — Rome sees about 151 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Rome vs St. Petersburg?

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

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