At a glance
| Metric | Milan | Rome |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 30°C | 34°C |
| Coldest month low | 0°C | 4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1259 mm | 908 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 9 h/day | 10.1 h/day |
| Best months | April & September | February–May & September–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Milan | Rome | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.9 · Poor | 5.8 · Fair | Rome |
| February | 6.6 · Fair | 8.5 · Excellent | Rome |
| March | 8.0 · Good | 8.7 · Excellent | Rome |
| April | 9.6 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Milan |
| May | 7.9 · Good | 8.7 · Excellent | Rome |
| June | 8.5 · Excellent | 8.0 · Good | Milan |
| July | 6.4 · Fair | 5.3 · Fair | Milan |
| August | 7.0 · Good | 5.6 · Fair | Milan |
| September | 9.1 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Milan |
| October | 8.5 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Rome |
| November | 5.5 · Fair | 7.8 · Good | Rome |
| December | 3.0 · Poor | 6.2 · Fair | Rome |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Milan or Rome?
Rome has the better travel weather in 7 of 12 months, versus 5 for Milan — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Milan?
The best months to visit Milan are April & September, 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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