Arch of Constantine Arcus Constantini

Rome, Italy

Arch of Constantine
Photo: NikonZ7II (Paris Orlando), CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal arch and archaeological site in Rome, Italy. Commissioned by the Roman Senate, the structure is made of marble and spolia and is part of the archaeological park of the Colosseum. It is one of the 125 sights in Italy looked up on English Wikipedia, ranking 31st among the country's sights.

Planning a visit

The weather varies throughout the year. July and August have the highest temperatures, at 30 °C, and the least rain, with about 3 to 6 rainy days. November has the most rain, with about 110 mm on 13 days. In January and February, the high is 12 °C and the low is 4 °C, with about 65 mm of rain. In the spring, April has highs of 18 °C and 73 mm of rain, while May has highs of 22 °C and 51 mm of rain. September and October have highs of 26 °C and 21 °C, respectively.

The site is 1 km from Rome and 13 km from Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. It is located near several other locations, including the Colosseum (0.1 km), the Arch of Titus (0.2 km), and Palatine Hill (0.3 km). The Temple of Caesar is 0.4 km away, and San Pietro in Vincoli is 0.5 km away. Wheelchair access is limited.

Weather by month

The warmest month is July, with an average high of 30 °C. The wettest is November, with about 110 mm of rain.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high, °C121215182226303026211613
Average low, °C446913172020171496
Rainfall, mm65655673513022297010211097
Rainy days119108117369111311

Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.

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