Rome Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Rome’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations, monthly averages, and other controlling factors.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Rome will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a warm 28°C in August to a mild 14°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 8°C in February.
The chart below illustrates the average day and night temperatures in Rome throughout the year:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
August, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 23 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days. For more information, please visit our Rome Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Italy Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Rome Temperatures Compared World Wide
Rome’s average annual maximum temperature is 20°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Rome’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Rome climate page.
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