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📊 Monthly Climate Overview
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Sun h | Wind km/h | Sea °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12.1°C | 3.9°C | 76.8 mm | 10 | 6.8 h | 15.7 km/h | 14.6°C |
| Feb | 14°C | 5.2°C | 78.6 mm | 9 | 8.3 h | 16.4 km/h | 13.6°C |
| Mar | 16.1°C | 6.1°C | 85.9 mm | 10 | 9.4 h | 17.2 km/h | 14.6°C |
| Apr | 19.2°C | 8.9°C | 62.8 mm | 10 | 10.8 h | 16.6 km/h | 15.8°C |
| May | 23.1°C | 13°C | 71.6 mm | 12 | 11.8 h | 16.3 km/h | 19.5°C |
| Jun | 28.8°C | 17.5°C | 41.8 mm | 6 | 13.2 h | 16.4 km/h | 24.1°C |
| Jul | 32.2°C | 20.7°C | 21 mm | 5 | 13.8 h | 17.3 km/h | 27.5°C |
| Aug | 31.9°C | 20.8°C | 26.8 mm | 4 | 12.8 h | 16.4 km/h | 25.6°C |
| Sep | 27°C | 17.2°C | 81.2 mm | 9 | 11.0 h | 15.2 km/h | 24.5°C |
| Oct | 22.4°C | 13.5°C | 93 mm | 10 | 9.0 h | 14.8 km/h | 23.6°C |
| Nov | 17.2°C | 9.7°C | 157.8 mm | 14 | 6.9 h | 15.6 km/h | 18.8°C |
| Dec | 13.6°C | 5.6°C | 93.7 mm | 10 | 6.8 h | 14.7 km/h | 16°C |
📖Climate & Best Time to Visit Rome
Rome (Italy) has a Mediterranean / mild temperate climate with an annual average of around 17 °C. Daytime highs average 21 °C, while nights cool to about 12 °C. The destination sees roughly 891 mm of rainfall per year and 10 hours of sunshine per day on average.
The Eternal City — Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican City with St Peter's and the Sistine Chapel. Espresso at Piazza Navona included.
Spring and autumn are ideal for a city break: July is the sunniest month with 13.8 hours of sun per day, and mild temperatures make exploring on foot comfortable. Peak summer (July, up to 32.2 °C) can get exhausting, while in January nights drop to 3.9 °C.
Note: with roughly 28 °C between the hottest and coldest month, picking the right time of year matters a lot here.
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Frequently asked questions about Rome
When is the best time to visit Rome?
The best time to visit Rome: September to May – best in April (avg. 14.1 °C, 10 rainy days). Based on the monthly values for 2014 to 2023.
What are the temperatures in Rome?
The warmest month is July with an average of 26.5 °C and daytime highs around 32.2 °C. The coldest month is January with an average of 8.0 °C and night-time lows around 3.9 °C.
How many rainy days does Rome have?
November has the most rainy days with 14 rainy days. The driest month is August with 4 rainy days.
What is the sea temperature near Rome?
The water is warmest in July at an average of 27.5 °C and coolest in February at 13.6 °C.