Weather Comparison
Rome vs Florence
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Rome vs Florence
| Metric | Rome | Florence | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 18°C (64°F) | 18°C (64°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F)▲ | 7°C (45°F) | Rome |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days▲ | 12 days | Rome |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 78 mm▲ | 82 mm | Rome |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 14 km/h▲ | Florence |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in April. Rome offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Florence sees 10 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Rome sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Florence is also comfortable at 18°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Rome reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Florence averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Rome receives approximately 78 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Florence sees 82 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Rome vs Florence
Packing for Rome in April
Highs of 18°C, lows of 8°C, 11 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Florence in April
Highs of 18°C, lows of 7°C, 12 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during April.
Year-Round Comparison: Rome vs Florence
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Rome | Florence | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 9d | 9°C | 10d |
| Feb | 12°C | 9d | 11°C | 10d |
| Mar | 15°C | 9d | 14°C | 10d |
| Apr | 18°C | 11d | 18°C | 12d |
| May | 22°C | 9d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jun | 27°C | 5d | 27°C | 7d |
| Jul | 30°C | 4d | 30°C | 4d |
| Aug | 31°C | 4d | 30°C | 5d |
| Sep | 25°C | 9d | 25°C | 9d |
| Oct | 21°C | 11d | 19°C | 12d |
| Nov | 16°C | 12d | 14°C | 13d |
| Dec | 12°C | 11d | 10°C | 12d |
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