Rome, ItalyQuick decision
When to visit Rome?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
18°C–30°C in June
🌧 Least rain
16% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
January (32%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Ancient Rome & VaticanMarch-May or September-October — Colosseum, Forum, Vatican without excessive crowds.
Food & DiningYear-round — cacio e pepe, carbonara, supplì, artisan gelato.
Roman SpringApril–May — wisteria at Villa Borghese, azaleas at Spanish Steps, ideal temperatures.
Rome MarathonMarch — race through the UNESCO-listed historic centre.
FamilyJune or September — Villa Borghese, Trevi Fountain, Ostia beach.
BudgetNovember–March — hotels often cheaper, free basilicas, affordable dining.
Monthly climate data
Rome weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 4°C | 13°C | 32% | 2.1 | 8.0h | 5.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 5°C | 15°C | 29% | 2.6 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 7°C | 16°C | 36% | 2.9 | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 9°C | 20°C | 33% | 2.0 | 11.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 13°C | 23°C | 39% | 2.8 | 12.7h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ June | 18°C | 30°C | 16% | 1.1 | 13.9h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 33°C | 13% | 0.6 | 13.6h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 21°C | 32°C | 16% | 1.0 | 12.5h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 18°C | 28°C | 30% | 3.1 | 11.1h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 14°C | 23°C | 34% | 3.1 | 9.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 9°C | 18°C | 44% | 4.9 | 8.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 5°C | 14°C | 33% | 3.3 | 7.9h | 5.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°C, 36% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 32°C, 15% rainy days, 13.3h sunshine/day. Score: 8.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°C, 36% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 14°C, 31% rainy days, 8.3h sunshine/day. Score: 6.0/10.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 16% rainy days and 30°C.
January is the wettest month with 32% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 30°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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