Monthly climate guide
Rome weather in February
February in Rome is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 13°C (55°F) and night-time lows near 4°C (39°F). The month usually brings about 90 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 3°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- It's wetter than a typical month in Rome — roughly 36% more rain than average.
- February is among Rome's three coolest months.
- Rome is usually about 6°C warmer than L'Aquila, 90 km away, in February.
- Seasonally, February counts as late winter in Rome.
Avg high
13°C
55°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
90 mm
wet
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
51%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Rome weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 38°F | 71 mm | 81% | 54% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 90 mm | 79% | 51% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 43°F | 79 mm | 76% | 49% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 72% | 45% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 59 mm | 69% | 42% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 37 mm | 62% | 25% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 69°F | 32 mm | 55% | 15% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 26 mm | 53% | 15% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 72 mm | 64% | 34% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 72% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 49°F | 114 mm | 80% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 75 mm | 80% | 46% |
What to pack for February
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is February a good time to visit Rome?
Our Rome guide recommends: Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Book skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum and Vatican in advance — same-day queues can run over an hour, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Rome →Other Italy cities in February
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Rome in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Rome?
February is cool in Rome, with highs around 13°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Rome in February?
Average highs are about 13°C (55°F) and average lows about 4°C (39°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in February?
Rome typically gets around 90 mm of rain in February — wet.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rome (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.