New York vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in January. Rome offers 1 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while New York sees 7 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

New York is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Rome is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in January. New York receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

New York reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 12°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

New York receives approximately 83 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 75 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 3 rain days and 8 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.