Venice vs Rome

Venice and Rome are closely matched in February. 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.

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

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

Venice reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Rome averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Venice receives approximately 62 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 72 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Venice the drier option by 1 rain day and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.