Florence vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Florence edges ahead as the better destination in February. Florence offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Rome sees 8 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Florence sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Rome is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Florence is the stronger choice in February. Rome receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Florence reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Florence receives approximately 62 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Rome sees 72 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Florence the drier option by 4 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.