🇫🇷 Paris vs 🇮🇹 Rome

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Paris

overcast clouds

50°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 47°F

H 51°F / L 48°F

Humidity: 93%

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Rome

scattered clouds

55°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 53°F

H 56°F / L 54°F

Humidity: 56%

Climate Overview

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Paris

Semi-oceanic — mild with four distinct seasons, regular rainfall

Best monthsMay, June, September, October
AvoidNovember, December, January (grey and cold)
Annual rain25 inches (641 mm)

Paris has a pleasant climate with warm summers and cool winters. Spring and fall are the most popular seasons for a reason — mild temperatures, manageable crowds, and the city at its most photogenic. Summers can have heat waves; winters are cold but rarely harsh.

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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🇫🇷 Paris🇮🇹 Rome
Spring

46–66°F

March–May

52–73°F

March–May

Summer

64–79°F

June–August

75–91°F

June–August

Fall

50–66°F

September–November

60–79°F

September–November

Winter

36–46°F

December–February

42–54°F

December–February

Paris vs Rome: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Paris or Rome have better weather?

Paris and Rome have very different climates. Semi-oceanic — mild with four distinct seasons, regular rainfall 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 Paris vs Rome?

Best time for Paris: May, June, September, October. Best time for Rome: April, May, October.

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