At a glance
| Metric | Florence | Rome |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 33°C | 34°C |
| Coldest month low | 2°C | 4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1079 mm | 908 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 9.5 h/day | 10.1 h/day |
| Best months | April & September–October | February–May & September–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Florence | Rome | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.7 · Poor | 5.8 · Fair | Rome |
| February | 7.1 · Good | 8.5 · Excellent | Rome |
| March | 8.3 · Good | 8.7 · Excellent | Rome |
| April | 9.1 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Rome |
| May | 8.3 · Good | 8.7 · Excellent | Rome |
| June | 8.3 · Good | 8.0 · Good | Florence |
| July | 5.8 · Fair | 5.3 · Fair | Florence |
| August | 5.6 · Fair | 5.6 · Fair | — |
| September | 9.3 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Florence |
| October | 8.8 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Rome |
| November | 6.9 · Fair | 7.8 · Good | Rome |
| December | 4.3 · Poor | 6.2 · Fair | Rome |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Florence or Rome?
Rome has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 3 for Florence — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
The best months to visit Florence are April & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
The best months to visit Rome are February–May & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
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