Monthly climate guide
Rome weather in October
October in Rome is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 23°C (73°F) and night-time lows near 13°C (55°F). The month usually brings about 88 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than September and 5°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 5°C lower by November.
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Rome.
- Keep a flexible plan: if showers roll in, shift Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel to a drier part of the day.
- Rome is usually about 5°C warmer than L'Aquila, 90 km away, in October.
Avg high
23°C
73°F
Avg low
13°C
55°F
Rainfall
88 mm
some rain
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
41%
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 October
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is October 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 October
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Rome in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Rome?
October is a reasonable time for Rome: highs around 23°C and about 88 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Rome in October?
Average highs are about 23°C (73°F) and average lows about 13°C (55°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in October?
Rome typically gets around 88 mm of rain in October — some rain.
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.