Rome Travel Guide
Rome travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 55°F (13°C) in Rome with partly cloudy. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 53°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
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 about average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Rome today at 10/10. 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.
Map of Rome
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 41°54′10.1″N 12°29′47″E (41.9028, 12.4964)
Weather in Rome right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:57 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 65° / 46°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 5 mph
🌦️ 58° / 50°
Light rain · 5% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Rome
Things to do in Rome
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Rome.
Best time to visit Rome
Go in April, June and July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 58°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Rome
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome Fiumicino Airport | FCO | 15 mi | Rome |
| Venice Marco Polo Airport | VCE | 249 mi | Venice |
Attractions in Rome
3 attractions mapped in this atlas
Airports in Rome
1 airports mapped in this atlas
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Rome
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Rivers in Rome
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Districts and neighborhoods in Rome
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Explore Rome
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 55°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 70% and wind is 1 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+01:00). The local time is 12:57 AM.
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 27, 2026 at 12:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
