Weather in Rome
What's the weather like in Rome?
Rome has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in July, with overnight lows around 3°C (37°F) and 18°C (64°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Rome are April through June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇮🇹 Italy
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Rome
- Coordinates
- 41.903, 12.496
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 54°F | 3°C / 37°F | 67 mm | 8 | — |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 72 mm | 8 | — |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 43°F | 65 mm | 8 | — |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | 64 mm | 9 | — |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 49 mm | 6 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 61°F | 30 mm | 4 | — |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 18 mm | 2 | — |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 32 mm | 3 | — |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 70 mm | 6 | — |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 110 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 7°C / 45°F | 116 mm | 10 | — |
| December | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 95 mm | 9 | — |
Rome by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Rome?
The most comfortable months in Rome are usually April, May, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Rome?
July is typically the hottest month in Rome, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Rome?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 3°C (37°F).
Does it snow in Rome?
Snow is rare in Rome; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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