Rome vs Milan

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

Rome is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Milan is cooler at 9°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Milan is the stronger choice in February.

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.

Milan averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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.

Milan sees 59 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Milan the drier option by 2 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.