Weather in Rome in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Rome and ranks 89th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Italy it is 2nd of 16 (Italy in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Rome is 4.5°C warmer by day and 3.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Rome peaks at 18.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 22.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 100 days top 25°C. Nights average 8.6°C; one night in ten drops to 5.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 27.2°C (2013-04-30) and the coldest night 0.0°C (2003-04-08).

Rain in April

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 78 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2004 with 131 mm, the driest 2007 with 34 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 15.2°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.5°C to 16.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:30 and sets about 19:50 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 51%.

Is April a good time to visit Rome?

April is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Rome on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Comfortable afternoons, but pack for cool evenings

Rome’s average April high is 4.5°C above London’s, so the difference should be welcome without making midday heat the main concern. Warmer days can reach 22°C or more, but temperatures of 25°C are unusual. That makes April a sensible choice if you prefer walking in mild conditions to planning your day around heat. Pack light layers that you can remove when it warms up, plus a jacket for early starts and evenings. The coldest nights can fall to around 5°C, so do not rely on a light top alone after dark. Think spring clothes with some warmth in reserve, rather than a suitcase packed only for sunshine.

Enough light for full days, with rain to work around

April gives you about 6.5 hours of sunshine within 13.2 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of light for an unhurried day outside. That does not mean clear skies throughout: rain is a meaningful part of the month, so a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet pavements are practical choices. Keep outdoor plans movable and have an indoor alternative rather than making every day depend on dry weather. The balance suits travellers who can accept interruptions in return for mild temperatures. If your main aim is to sit outside in consistently warm, dry conditions, April is a less convincing choice.