Rome vs New York

Rome and New York are closely matched in January. 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 is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. New York is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in January.

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

New York averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 8°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.

Rome receives approximately 63 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

New York sees 83 mm over 9 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.