October weather forecast
Rome, Italy

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The sun rising above the Colosseum in Rome Italy
The sun rising above the Colosseum in Rome Italy

Weather in October

October presents an unmistakable autumn ambience, with lower temperatures and a visible increase in rainfall. Rome becomes drenched in the highest yearly rainfall, receiving 113mm spread over roughly 8 days. Daylight hours considerably decrease, and the winds begin to carry a colder hum. Rather than detracting, the autumn chill adds a different dimension to Rome's beauty. Moving into November, temperatures continue their downward trajectory, murmuring the start of winter.

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature in Rome, Italy, falling from a warm 26.5°C in September to a pleasant 21.4°C. October nights observe an average temperature dip to a cool 11.3°C.

Rainfall

In October, in Rome, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout October, 113mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rome, there are 79.4 rainfall days, and 804mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rome, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:52 CEST. On the last day of October, in Rome, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:06 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 31. March 2024, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

In Rome, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in October translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Rome in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 21.4°C and a low-temperature of 11.3°C.

How much does it rain in Rome in October?

In Rome, Italy, in October, during 8.2 rainfall days, 113mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rome have in October?

In Rome, Italy, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rome?

On the first day of October in Rome, Italy, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:52 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:06 CET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Rome?

On Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Rome, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 31. March 2024, at 02:00.

How long on average sun shines in October in Rome?

The average sunshine duration in October in Rome is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Rome?

In Rome, Italy, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rome, Italy

Average temperature in October - Rome, Italy
  • Average high temperature in October: 21.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.1°C).

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Average rainfall in October
Rome, Italy

Average rainfall in October - Rome, Italy
  • Average rainfall in October: 113.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (115.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (19.2mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Rome, Italy

Average rainfall days in October - Rome, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.1 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rome, Italy

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rome, Italy
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average UV index in October
Rome, Italy

Average UV index in October - Rome, Italy
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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