Rome vs Florence

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 Florence sees 12 sunshine hours and 5 rain days.

Rome can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Florence runs hot at 30°C.

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

Rome reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Florence averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 19°C (66°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 August.

Rome receives approximately 22 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Florence sees 33 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 11 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.