Your November weather guide
MildWeather in Rome in November
Rome in November is a good choice for a city break if you prefer mild afternoons to heat and can keep your plans flexible around rain. Daytime highs average 16°C, nights fall to around 9°C, and there are about 12 rainy days. It is warmer than London, but not a reliable sunshine break. Go for comfortable walking weather with layers and waterproofs, rather than outdoor plans that depend on staying dry.
Long-term climate averages for Rome, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Rome, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Rome.
- Average daytime high
- 16.1°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 20°C
- Average night-time low
- 9.0°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 5°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +5.7°C
- London averages 10.4°C in November
- Sea temperature
- 18.9°C
- year to year: 18°C to 20°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 4.3h
- 45% of 9.6 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 12
- 130 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 26.4°C
- 2004-11-02
- Record low 1991-2020
- -0.2°C
- 2013-11-28
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 30 min
- 1411 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How November compares
November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Rome and ranks 106th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Italy it is 9th of 16 (Italy in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Rome is 5.7°C warmer by day and 4.1°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in November
The typical November day in Rome peaks at 16.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.6°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 9.0°C; one night in ten drops to 4.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 26.4°C (2004-11-02) and the coldest night -0.2°C (2013-11-28).
Rain in November
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 130 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2019 with 291 mm, the driest 2015 with 38 mm. Humidity averages 81%.
Sea temperature in November
The sea averages 18.9°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 18.0°C to 19.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.7°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:00 and sets about 16:49 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 55%.
Is November a good time to visit Rome?
November 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.
Mild afternoons, but pack for chilly evenings
The daytime average makes November well suited to travellers who find summer heat tiring, but it does not mean shirtsleeve weather throughout your stay. Warmer days can reach 19.6°C or more, while the colder nights fall to 4.5°C or below. Pack layers you can remove when the afternoon feels mild, plus a warm outer layer for evenings. A light daytime outfit alone is not a sensible basis for your packing. If you tend to stay out after dark, dress for the night-time chill rather than the afternoon high. This is a month for walking without strong heat, not for seeking hot weather.
Rain and short days are the main catch
November is wet enough that rain should shape your plans, not just your packing. About 12 days have measurable rain, so bring a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet pavements. That does not mean every rainy day is a complete washout, but fixed outdoor plans leave you less room to adapt. Sunshine averages about 4.3 hours within 9.6 hours of daylight, so make use of brighter spells rather than saving all your time outside for late afternoon. Keep indoor options available and check the forecast before heading out. If dependable dry weather is your priority, November is a compromise.
A little perspective
Rome through the year
November is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.6°C | 3.7°C | 14.7°C | 4.5 | 63 | 9 | 0% |
| February | 12.3°C | 3.7°C | 13.9°C | 5.4 | 72 | 9 | 0% |
| March | 15.2°C | 5.9°C | 13.9°C | 5.8 | 75 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 18.0°C | 8.6°C | 15.2°C | 6.5 | 78 | 11 | 1% |
| May | 22.4°C | 12.5°C | 18.4°C | 8.0 | 58 | 9 | 23% |
| Junebest | 27.0°C | 16.6°C | 22.1°C | 10.2 | 33 | 5 | 71% |
| Julybest | 30.2°C | 19.4°C | 24.7°C | 12.0 | 22 | 4 | 95% |
| Augustbest | 30.6°C | 20.1°C | 25.7°C | 10.7 | 22 | 4 | 96% |
| September | 25.4°C | 16.5°C | 23.9°C | 7.5 | 81 | 9 | 56% |
| October | 21.0°C | 13.0°C | 21.5°C | 5.5 | 116 | 11 | 7% |
| NovemberSelected | 16.1°C | 9.0°C | 18.9°C | 4.3 | 130 | 12 | 0% |
| December | 12.4°C | 5.1°C | 16.3°C | 4.4 | 92 | 11 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Rome in November FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Rome hot in November?
Rome is mild in November: the average daytime high is 16.1°C and nights average 9.0°C. Roughly 1 in 1000 November days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Rome in November?
The sea around Rome averages 18.9°C in November, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 18°C to 20°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Rome in November?
Rome sees about 12 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 130 mm of rain in a typical November. The wettest November between 1991 and 2020 was 2019 (291 mm) and the driest was 2015 (38 mm).
How sunny is Rome in November?
Rome gets around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day in November out of 9.6 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Rome compare with the UK in November?
Rome is on average 5.7°C warmer than London by day in November (16.1°C against 10.4°C).
What is the hottest November on record in Rome?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day in Rome reached 26.4°C on 2004-11-02, and the coldest night dropped to -0.2°C on 2013-11-28.
How much warmer is Rome than London in November?
Rome's average daytime high is 16.1°C, compared with London's 10.4°C, a difference of 5.7°C. That makes it a milder option for time outdoors, but chilly nights and frequent rain mean you should still pack for autumn.
Is the sea warm enough for swimming?
The sea averages 18.9°C, which is bracing rather than comfortably warm. If you are considering a swim during your trip, expect cool water rather than summer conditions. November is better suited to a city break than a swimming-focused holiday.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Rome. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 26.6 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C