Climate of Rome, Italy
Area-weighted average across Rome. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rome, a subdivision of Italy, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.8°C / 44.2°F in January to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in August, with rainfall from 21 mm / 0.8 in to 87 mm / 3.4 in depending on the season (650 mm / 25.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.8°C44.2°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| February | 7.3°C45.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| March | 9.4°C48.9°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| April | 11.8°C53.2°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 16.3°C61.3°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20.2°C68.4°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 23.2°C73.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.6°C74.5°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 20°C68°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| October | 15.6°C60.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| November | 10.7°C51.3°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| December | 7.7°C45.9°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rome?
The best months to visit Rome, Italy for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 23.6°C / 74.5°F, and the driest is July with about 21 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Rome?
Rome, Italy has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.8°C / 44.2°F in January to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 650 mm / 25.6 in, with the wettest month being November (87 mm / 3.4 in) and the driest July (21 mm / 0.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Rome?
The hottest month in Rome is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.6°C / 74.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Rome?
The coldest month in Rome is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.8°C / 44.2°F.
When does it rain most in Rome?
The wettest month in Rome is November, averaging about 87 mm / 3.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 21 mm / 0.8 in.