New York 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 New York sees 11 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

New York sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Rome runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in August. Rome receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

New York reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 8°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 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

New York receives approximately 105 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 22 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 7 rain days and 83 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.