Weather Comparison
Rome vs Nice
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
February Weather: Rome vs Nice
| Metric | Rome | Nice | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 12°C (54°F) | 12°C (54°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 4°C (39°F) | 5°C (41°F)▲ | Nice |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days | 8 days▲ | Nice |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 72 mm | 60 mm▲ | Nice |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 9h/day▲ | Nice |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 14 km/h | 12 km/h▲ | Nice |
Which City is Better in February?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Nice edges ahead as the better destination in February. Nice offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Rome sees 8 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.
Rome is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Nice is cooler at 12°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Nice is the stronger choice in February. Nice receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Temperature Comparison 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.
Nice averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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.
Rainfall Comparison in February
Rome receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Nice sees 60 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Nice the drier option by 1 rain day and 12 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Rome vs Nice
Packing for Rome in February
Highs of 12°C, lows of 4°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
- ✓a warm scarf
Packing for Nice in February
Highs of 12°C, lows of 5°C, 8 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
- ✓a warm scarf
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
Year-Round Comparison: Rome vs Nice
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Rome | Nice | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 9d | 11°C | 7d |
| Feb | 12°C | 9d | 12°C | 8d |
| Mar | 15°C | 9d | 14°C | 8d |
| Apr | 18°C | 11d | 17°C | 10d |
| May | 22°C | 9d | 20°C | 10d |
| Jun | 27°C | 5d | 24°C | 8d |
| Jul | 30°C | 4d | 27°C | 6d |
| Aug | 31°C | 4d | 27°C | 6d |
| Sep | 25°C | 9d | 23°C | 8d |
| Oct | 21°C | 11d | 19°C | 9d |
| Nov | 16°C | 12d | 15°C | 10d |
| Dec | 12°C | 11d | 12°C | 8d |
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