Rome Weather

Rome weather - Warm sunny spring and autumn days
The weather in Rome is very unlikely to spoil your trip at any time of year. However, with so much of Rome deserving exploration on foot you might consider avoiding the height of the summer if you are not comfortable with the heat. The best time to visit Rome is probably spring and early autumn when Rome is warm without being hot and there is plenty of sunshine. Bear in mind that Easter is a very busy time in Rome for religious reasons. While average temperatures in Rome hover around 30º in summer, it can occasionally get much hotter. However, warm balmy nights make for atmospheric pavement cafes and romantic al fresco dining. June to September can feel quite humid but rarely unbearable. Many Rome residents escape the city in August. As July and August also sees more tourists, we would recommend Rome city breaks in spring, autumn and winter if possible. If you are packing for hot summer weather in Rome make sure you take something suitable for entering places of worship.

Rome weather - Mild winters
Rome city breaks in winter can go either way. You may have some rain but you may also enjoy wonderfully crisp invigorating sunshine ideal for relaxed walking and sightseeing. Though most people are inside you can still enjoy pavement terraces in the winter sunshine. Miserable winter weather in Rome is infrequent. Our Rome weather chart shows average winter temperatures in Rome are mild, with maximums around 13º even in December and January. Average sunshine hours in Rome still maintain a steady 4 hours throughout the winter. If you are fortunate you will enjoy beautiful winter sunshine and crisp light.

Weather in Rome - Very low summer rainfall
Rainfall in Rome is fairly evenly spread through the year. Any Rome weather overview will show a fair chance of rain between October and April. Summer weather in Rome is very dry but can be subject to short downpours. June to September has significantly less rainy days than the rest of the year.

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