ItalyWhat’s the climate like in 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.
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.
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.
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 | |
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| 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 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 22°C
- Highest temperature: 32°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 13°C in January
- Precipitation*: 529 mm per year, averaging 44 mm per month
- Snowfall: 3,8 cm per year
- Driest months: 9,6 mm in July, 17 mm in August and 35 mm in October
- Wettest months: 81 mm in November, 63 mm in December and 62 mm in February
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Rome
Average Temperature per Month in Rome
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Rome, Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Rome
This graph shows how much rainfall Rome, Italy, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Rome
This graph shows how much snow Rome, Italy, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Rome
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Rome
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Rome, Italy. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Rome
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Rome, Italy, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Rome
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Rome, Italy, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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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The temperature was pleasant; Ideal for walking and relaxing in parks. Varied but entertaining.— This text is automatically translated to English
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!— This text is automatically translated to English
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!— This text is automatically translated to English
There were a few days of rain, but generally the sun shone brightly. Ideal for sightseeing, too cold for swimming.— This text is automatically translated to English
A few days of rain, but that did not diminish the magic of the city. Not beach weather, but perfect for sightseeing.— This text is automatically translated to English
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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Very sunny, pleasant temperatures prevailed almost the entire month. It was exactly what we were looking for: pure enjoyment. Great place to sunbathe!— This text is automatically translated to English
It was very hot, so hydration is essential!— This text is automatically translated to English
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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not too hot for sightseeing and sidewalk cafes, but warm enough for ice cream. 5/5 stars!— This text is automatically translated to English
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!— This text is automatically translated to English
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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.
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