Temple of Bellona, Rome Archaeological Site
Ancient Roman temple dedicated to goddess Bellona
A fragmentary Roman temple in Lazio associated with the goddess Bellona, the site is visited alongside Rome's network of ancient ruins and nearby museum displays.
Temple of Bellona, Rome at a Glance#
Address: Temple of Bellona area, Rome, Lazio, Italy
How to Get to Temple of Bellona, Rome#
The Temple of Bellona’s remains are in central Rome, close to the Tiber and the Forum areas. It is walkable from major central sites; the nearest Metro station is Colosseo (Line B) or Circo Massimo (Line B) depending on the chosen route.
Tips for Visiting Temple of Bellona, Rome#
- Look for fragments of inscriptions and repurposed stones built into later structures - they tell a very Roman story of reuse.
- The area around the temple can be busy with traffic; time the visit for early morning to avoid the worst noise and heat.
- Pair the visit with a walk across the Forum Boarium and to the neighbouring classical sites for a fuller sense of Republican Rome.
Best Time to Visit Temple of Bellona, Rome#
Spring and autumn are ideal for exploring Rome's ruins on foot with comfortable temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Temple of Bellona, Rome#
Temple of Bellona, Rome'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 (708 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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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.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
