Geography of Rome
Geography of Rome: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Rome
Naples is 117 mi to the south-east, Mount Vesuvius is 125 mi to the south-east, Capri is 129 mi to the south-east and Pompeii is 130 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 41°54′10.1″N 12°29′47″E (41.9028, 12.4964)
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1 airports mapped in this atlas
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Summary
Rome is a city in Italy. Rome is known for Colosseum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain. It has a population of about 2.9 million.
Right now it is 87°F (31°C) in Rome with mainly clear. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 77°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Rome is April, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), about 15 mi away. Nearby highlights include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Museums and Historic Centre of Rome.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is in line with the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Rome today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Rome month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57° | 43° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 44° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 57° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 90° | 68° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 94° | 73° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 92° | 71° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 64° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 75° | 58° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 57° | 42° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rome?
Rome is a city in Italy. Its coordinates are 41.9028, 12.4964. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Rome right now?
It is currently 87°F (31°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 53% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
April, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Rome, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rome in?
Rome observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:44 PM.
How many people live in Rome?
Rome has a population of approximately 2.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Rome?
The closest airports are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), 15 mi away and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 249 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Rome?
Popular options include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Museums, Historic Centre of Rome, Tiber River and Mount Vesuvius.
What places are in Rome?
Rome covers 7 places in this atlas, including Colosseum, Rome Fiumicino Airport, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Museums, Historic Centre of Rome and Tiber River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 11:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
