Arch of Drusus Arch

Ancient Roman triumphal arch near Roman Forum

In Rome, the Arch of Drusus survives as fragmentary Roman stonework along ancient routes; history-minded visitors see it alongside forums and monuments when exploring the city's archaeological layers.

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Arch of Drusus at a Glance#

Address: Via dei Fori Imperiali, Rome, Italy

How to Get to Arch of Drusus#

The arch is accessible on foot from the Roman Forum and Colosseum area. Metro stops close by include Colosseo (Line B); from there it is a short walk along pedestrianized thoroughfares.

Tips for Visiting Arch of Drusus#

  • Combine a visit with the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill for a contiguous archaeological day.
  • The arch is visible from Via dei Fori Imperiali - arrive early for unobstructed photography before tour buses gather.

Best Time to Visit Arch of Drusus#

Visit in spring or autumn to avoid the peak summer crowds and heat.

Spring/Autumn
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Pleasant temperatures for walking Rome's archaeological core.

Weather & Climate near Arch of Drusus#

Climate

Arch of Drusus's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (739 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 27°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
15.0h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 15 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and clear sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

73 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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