Rome · October
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 13° | 14° | 16° | 19° | 23° | 27° | 30° | 30° | 27° | 23° | 18° | 15° |
MINMIN | 5° | 5° | 7° | 10° | 13° | 17° | 20° | 20° | 17° | 14° | 10° | 6° |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° | 13° | 14° | 16° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 26° | 24° | 21° | 18° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 6d58mm | 6d65mm | 6d67mm | 4d39mm | 4d36mm | 2d20mm | 1d9mm | 2d19mm | 4d63mm | 5d73mm | 8d110mm | 6d74mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October is an acceptable travel month for Rome — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 23°C, cooling to 13°C at night (daily average: 18°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 73 mm total. The sea is 21°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Rome in October
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Rome?
- October is not an optimal month for Rome (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Rome in October?
- In October, Rome sees daily highs of 23°C. Nights cool to 13°C, with a daily average of 18°C.
- How much rain falls in Rome in October?
- In October, Rome receives an average of 73 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Rome get in October?
- Rome averages 7 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Rome in October?
- Water temperature in Rome in October averages 21°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
