Rome · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 72°F, dipping to 56°F at night. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
72° / 56°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
9 mph
What October feels like in Rome
Sunrise
07:23
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:27
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Rome in October
The kit for October in Rome: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-8° avg high
+2 rain days
Rome in September →
October
72°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+9° avg high
-3 rain days
Rome in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Rome in October?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Rome in October?+
Average high 72°F, average low 56°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Rome?+
Compared to September (avg high 81°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 63°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Rome in October?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in October, on average.