Rome weather in October (Lazio, Italy)
What can you expect from the weather in Rome during October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In October, the weather in Rome typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 22°C (show in °F), while night temperatures can drop to 17°C.
Rome in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 136 mm (show in inches) for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.
The city usually sees around 195 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable weather. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as favorable.
For an in-depth look at the yearly weather and climate conditions, visit our specialized Rome climate page with graphs.
Rome, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
16.5°C
Max Temperature
21.7°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
136 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
76%
Sunshine
195 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Italy in October
Find out more about the weather in Italy in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in Rome in October?
For visitors traveling to Rome, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.
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