Rome vs Florence

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in February. Rome offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Florence sees 7 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Rome is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Florence is cooler at 11°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in February. Rome receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Rome reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Florence averages 11°C (52°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 February.

Rome receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Florence sees 76 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.