New York vs Rome

New York and Rome are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

New York is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Rome is cooler at 12°C.

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

New York reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Rome averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 6°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 December.

New York receives approximately 101 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 92 mm over 11 rain days. That makes New York the drier option by 1 rain day and 9 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.