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Packing for Rome in June?

After more than two decades living in Rome, I can tell you just what to pack, how to plan for June weather, and how not to overpack.

Find out what kind of weather to expect, how I dress in June in Rome, and what not to leave at home.

Packing for Rome in June - what to bring and how to dress

I always think of June as a summer month, but June is technically mostly a spring month.

On the other hand, I dress differently in June than I do in late March, the beginning of spring. By the time June rolls around, the weather is turning summery, I've put all my jeans and sweaters into storage, and I no longer wear heavy jackets or scarves.

If you plan to visit Rome in June, I recommend bringing mostly lighter clothing, with a cardigan and/or light jacket to layer with.

On this page, you'll find:

• What weather to expect in Rome in June
• Dressing for the sun in Rome
• How I dress in Rome in June - my best advice
• Things to pack in any season

Weather in Rome in June

June is one of the loveliest months of the year in Rome, with long warm days and lower humidity than July and August.

The temperature in Rome in June is fairly consistent, averaging around 75-77°F (24-25°C) during the day at the start of the month and around 55-59°F (13-15 °C) at night.

By the end of June, summer has arrived, and it feels like it. We have highs of 80-84°F (27-29°C) during the day, but the nights are still cool, averaging 60-62°F (16-17°C).

Overall, your packing should consist of light clothing.

Bring some light cotton pants, maybe even a pair of jeans. As for tops, I wear tees, tanks, even light cotton Henleys. I wear sundresses towards the end of the month, and if I wear them on a cooler day, I just bring a light cotton cardigan and a summer scarf.

Dressing for the sun in Rome in June

June is a month of long, hot, sunny days. 

I mostly wear dresses, or long cotton or linen pants with a light short-sleeved or sleeveless top.

In early June, I may bring a light cardigan with me, and no matter what, I always carry a lightweight summer scarf.

Be aware, however, that June temps can vary.

Usually, June heat is fairly comfortable, but one year, it got beastly hot in late May and didn't cool down again until fall. That year, June felt like July. 

In June, certainly by late June, I wear or carry a sunhat, polarized sunglasses, and a reusable water bottle to fill up from Rome's water fountains.

And don't forget your sunscreen. Don’t underestimate Rome’s summer sun. Sunscreen isn’t optional—it’s essential.

Click here to read more tips about staying cool in Rome.

Many of Rome's rooftop bars open sometime in spring, but by June, it's one of my favorite times to visit them, as it's unlikely I'll get cold when the sun goes down.

You can even attend a show with opera singers. I did this one year with my mom, and we cried from how beautiful the singing was.

Around mid-June, I start to see some visitors walking around Rome wearing flip-flops.

I strongly urge you to leave your flip-flops at home, unless you are planning for some beach time.

You will probably do way more walking than you think, and the cobblestones make it that much more challenging, so flimsy sandals will not last long.

By all means, bring sandals if you like. Just make sure they are sturdy walking sandals that you've already broken in.

I also recommend bringing a backpack so you have a place to put your layers if you take them off, along with your scarf or other cover-up items, in case you visit any religious sites.

3 Events in Rome in June to pack for

We have two major events in Rome in June, and if you will be here for one of them, you may want to consider adding the following to your luggage:

• June 2 - Festa della Repubblica - This important national holiday commemorates the establishment of the Italian Republic following a 1946 referendum that abolished the monarchy. On the morning of the 2nd, the Italian Air Force ("Frecce Tricolori") flies over the Complesso Vittoriano in Piazza Venezia and streaks the sky with the colors of the Italian flag - green, white, and red. If you are in Rome for this and want to catch it, you may want to bring binoculars (it's easy to see without them), a good camera, or just your phone.
• June 29 - Santi Giovanni e Paolo - Saints Peter and Paul are the patron saints of Rome, and this day is a uniquely Roman holiday (i.e., they don't celebrate it elsewhere in Italy). Because it's an important religious holiday, the pope holds mass in Saint Peter's Square. If you attend, you'll need to be dressed appropriately - no bare knees, shoulders, or midriffs. You'll need this same type of modest dress for visiting the Vatican anyway, but you might want to just make sure you pack accordingly.

Another thing that usually happens in Rome in June is the series of. concerts at the Baths of Caracalla. They usually hold operas and shows there in July, but starting in June, there is a busy schedule of music concerts.

I love attending concerts at the Caracalla Baths. The atmosphere and acoustics are second to none.

You don't have to dress up for this, but many people do, so if you're thinking of attending a show here, you may want to pack something a little fancier than you need for daily sightseeing.

And if you do attend a concert here, bring a wrap because it feels especially cool sitting on the bleachers in the evening.

Packing for Rome in June - How I Dress

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I walk around Rome a lot.

I walk around Rome at different times of day, throughout the year.

So believe me, I know just how to dress in Rome year-round.

These are my recommendations for what to include when packing for Rome in June, many of which I own or use:

General Rome packing tips for any time of year

What else do you need to consider when packing for Rome in June?

These are just a few of my recommendations for what is essential to pack for Rome, any time of year:

I've got lots more suggestions for what to bring when you visit Rome.

As well as the specific information here about packing for Rome in June, see my page about What to Pack for Rome where you can download a handy packing list, and visit my Amazon page for all my shopping recommendations.

Find more information on what to expect when traveling to Rome in June here, here for general tips about visiting Rome in spring, here for visiting Rome in summer, and here for current exhibits and events in June in Rome.

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