🇮🇹 Rome vs 🇦🇺 Sydney

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Rome

scattered clouds

57°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 54°F

H 58°F / L 54°F

Humidity: 53%

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Sydney

clear sky

65°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 65°F

H 67°F / L 62°F

Humidity: 91%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Sydney

Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine

Best monthsSeptember, October, November, March, April
AvoidJanuary, February (heat waves), July (coolest and grey)
Annual rain48 inches (1,217 mm)

Sydney enjoys one of the world's best climates. Summers are warm with beach weather; winters are mild enough for outdoor activities. The city is split between coastal suburbs (cooled by sea breezes) and inland western suburbs (dramatically hotter in summer).

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇮🇹 Rome🇦🇺 Sydney
Spring

52–73°F

March–May

60–73°F

September–November

Summer

75–91°F

June–August

72–82°F

December–February

Fall

60–79°F

September–November

62–75°F

March–May

Winter

42–54°F

December–February

50–63°F

June–August

Rome vs Sydney: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rome or Sydney have better weather?

Rome and Sydney have very different climates. Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine Sydney: Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Rome vs Sydney?

Best time for Rome: April, May, October. Best time for Sydney: September, October, November, March, April.

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