Rome vs Milan

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.

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

Rome reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Milan averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 14°C (57°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.

Rome receives approximately 81 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Milan sees 119 mm over 10 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%.