The climate of Rome

The current climate in Rome features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 13°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 4°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Rome, Italy.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Rome in recent years was 40°C in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 2°C in February 2018.

Precipitation and snowfall

On average, Rome gets 529 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 3,8 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.

Curious about the weather in other parts of Italy? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Tuscany, Sicily, Lake Garda, or explore other destinations in Italy.

Best time to visit Rome?

The best time to visit Rome for sunny weather is April through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Rome. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Rome

The climate table of Rome shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 13 15 16 19 23 29 32 32 27 23 18 14
Temp. min (°C) 5 6 7 10 14 18 21 21 18 14 10 6
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Precipitation (mm) 46 62 51 38 37 37 9,6 17 52 35 81 63
Snow (cm) 2,0 1,3 0,1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,4
UV Index 3 5 6 8 8 9 8 7 7 5 4 3

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Rome, Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Rome

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Yearly Temperature in Rome

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Rome, Italy. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Rome

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Rome

Average Snowfall per Month in Rome

Total Yearly Snowfall in Rome

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Rome, Italy. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

Average UV Index per Month in Rome

Weather experiences in Rome

The weather in Rome is rated an average of 4,6 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Rome? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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was here in March Weather experience:Good

The temperature was pleasant; Ideal for walking and relaxing in parks. Varied but entertaining.

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was here in June Weather experience:Excellent

June in Rome was breathtaking. The sun shone almost every day and the temperature was a pleasant 28°C. Ideal for sightseeing, sidewalk cafes and ice cream. It didn't rain, so it's definitely 5 stars!

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was here in May Weather experience:Excellent

The temperature was perfect for both sightseeing and relaxing on the terrace. The weather was perfect, not a drop of rain, perfect for a sunny location!

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was here in January Weather experience:Good

There were a few days of rain, but generally the sun shone brightly. Ideal for sightseeing, too cold for swimming.

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was here in October Weather experience:Good

A few days of rain, but that did not diminish the magic of the city. Not beach weather, but perfect for sightseeing.

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was here in December Weather experience:Good

There was some sunshine with moderate temperatures around 15 degrees. Although the weather was not always sunny, the slight Italian winter chill made the experience refreshing and authentic.

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was here in September Weather experience:Excellent

Very sunny, pleasant temperatures prevailed almost the entire month. It was exactly what we were looking for: pure enjoyment. Great place to sunbathe!

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was here in August Weather experience:Excellent

It was very hot, so hydration is essential!

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was here in February Weather experience:Good

The weather was moderate, with sunny and rainy days. Temperatures were pleasant for sightseeing and averaged around 15 degrees. Not exactly a sunny place, but pleasant enough for this time of year.

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was here in April Weather experience:Excellent

Not too hot for sightseeing and sidewalk cafes, but warm enough for ice cream. 5/5 stars!

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was here in July Weather experience:Excellent

The sky was bright blue almost every day and the sun was shining brightly, ideal for lovers of warm weather and sunshine. It was perfect weather for sightseeing and relaxing on the terraces in the evening. I can definitely recommend it!

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was here in July Weather experience:Excellent

Been two weeks, temperature varied between 34 and 41 degrees. At night around 28 degrees. Nice kind of heat though. Drinking enough and keeping a leisurely pace.

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Average weather in Rome by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rome. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.