Milan vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in September. Rome offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Milan sees 10 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Milan sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Rome is also comfortable at 25°C.

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

Milan reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 September.

Milan receives approximately 119 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 81 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 38 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.