🇺🇸 Charleston vs 🇮🇹 Rome

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Charleston

haze

77°F

Haze

Feels like 77°F

H 79°F / L 73°F

Humidity: 77%

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Rome

clear sky

59°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 58°F

H 61°F / L 56°F

Humidity: 65%

Climate Overview

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Charleston

Charleston at the confluence of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers on the Atlantic coast has a hot subtropical climate softened by sea breezes. The historic peninsula city was repeatedly hit by major hurricanes and rising sea levels are causing recurring flooding even in sunny weather. The city's antebellum architecture with piazzas (porches) was designed specifically to capture sea breezes.

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Rome

Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsApril, May, October
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain29 inches (740 mm) — mostly October–March

Rome's climate is quintessentially Mediterranean. Summers are hot and dry with intense sun. Winters are mild and occasionally rainy. Spring and fall are extraordinary for sightseeing.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Charleston🇮🇹 Rome
Spring

52–73°F

March–May

Summer

75–91°F

June–August

Fall

60–79°F

September–November

Winter

42–54°F

December–February

Charleston vs Rome: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Charleston or Rome have better weather?

Charleston and Rome have very different climates. Charleston at the confluence of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers on the Atlantic coast has a hot subtrop Rome: Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Charleston vs Rome?

Best time for Charleston: spring and fall. Best time for Rome: April, May, October.

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