Rome in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Rome (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 31.9°C and lows of 20.0°C, with around 109.3mm of rain across the season (15 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Rome covers June, July, August.
Summer in Rome month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 29.4°C | 17.8°C | 55.0mm | 6 | 10/10 |
| July | 33.7°C | 21.2°C | 10.9mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| August | 32.6°C | 21.1°C | 43.4mm | 5 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Rome in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Rome?
Summer in Rome rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 31.9°C with 109.3mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Rome in summer?
Daytime highs average 31.9°C (89.4°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 20.0°C.
What months are summer in Rome?
Rome is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Rome · Rome annual climate · Rome in spring · Rome in autumn · Rome in winter
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Summer in Rome — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.