July in Rome averages highs of 33 °C (92 °F) and lows of 21 °C (70 °F), with about 2 rainy days and 14 h 56 min of daylight.
July weather in Rome at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is July a good time to visit Rome?
Mixed weather: very hot and fairly dry. July is usually shoulder season in Rome: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in July 2026
No public holidays fall in July 2026 in Italy, so opening hours should be normal.
Things to do in Rome in July
July is hot, so do outdoor sights early in the morning or after 5 pm and save museums and markets for midday.
- Colosseum and Roman Forum — book the combined ticket outdoors
- Pantheon and Piazza Navona — walkable in one morning outdoors
- Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps — best before 8am outdoors
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel — go early or late indoors
- St Peter's Basilica — climb the dome indoors
- Borghese Gallery and gardens — timed tickets, worth it indoors
Where to stay: Centro Storico near Piazza Navona; Trastevere for evenings; Monti for value close to the Colosseum.
What to pack for Rome in July
- Light, breathable clothes, a hat and a water bottle: highs reach 33 °C (92 °F), so plan indoor time around midday.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Rome costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €60–150 | €180–380 |
Excluding flights. July is usually shoulder season in Rome: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
July in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples | 30° / 21° | 2 | Good time to go |
| Florence | 32° / 19° | 3 | Mixed weather |
| Venice | 29° / 21° | 5 | Mixed weather |
Plan your Rome trip
- Romantic Weekend in Rome: 2-Day Plan for Couples (2026)
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- 3 Days in Rome — A First-Timer's Itinerary (Hour by Hour, With Costs)
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FAQ
Is July a good time to visit Rome?
By the numbers, July is a mixed month: very hot and fairly dry, with average highs of 33 °C (92 °F) and about 2 rainy days. July is usually shoulder season in Rome: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower. The best months for weather are April, May, June, September, October.
How warm is Rome in July?
Average highs are 33 °C (92 °F) and lows 21 °C (70 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Rome in July?
Expect about 2 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 16 mm in total. It is the driest month of the year in Rome.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.