Rome vs Dubrovnik

Rome and Dubrovnik are closely matched in October. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Rome sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Dubrovnik is also comfortable at 20°C.

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

Rome reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Dubrovnik averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Rome receives approximately 62 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during October. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Dubrovnik sees 202 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 6 rain days and 140 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.