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 58°F (15°C) in Rome with mainly clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 50°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Rome is April, June and July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August 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 slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is 3.1°F below the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Rome today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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 | 94° | 73° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 64° | 3,5 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 58°F (15°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 66% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
April, June and July 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 12:44 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 October 23, 2026 at 12:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
