Florence vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in October. Rome offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Florence sees 8 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Florence sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Rome is also comfortable at 21°C.

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

Florence reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Florence receives approximately 113 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 116 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.