Florence vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in August. Rome offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Florence sees 12 sunshine hours and 5 rain days.

Florence can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Rome runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in August. Rome receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Florence reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Florence receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Rome sees 22 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 11 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.