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Italy weather in August

Considering a trip to Italy this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Italy in August?

Italy offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from moderate to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

During the day temperatures vary from moderate in Maso Corto at 15°C to very warm in Foggia at 34°C. At night it cools down to 21°C in Foggia and 5°C in Maso Corto. In Italy, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Lampedusa with an average of 2.1 mm to heavy rainfall in Vogogna with 402 mm. Meanwhile, Rome enjoys approximately 298 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

For a closer look at August's conditions in Italy, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Italy's yearly weather, check out our Italy climate page.

Where to go in Italy in August

Find the average weather conditions in August for the most popular destinations in Italy on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations in Italy

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Italy?

Average weather in Rome

In August Rome generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Rome
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<<   July July
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28°C 
22°C 
332 hours 
17 mm 
4 days 
28°C 
23°C 
298 hours 
23 mm 
6 days 
25°C 
20°C 
237 hours 
94 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Rome

Average weather in Florence

In August Florence generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Florence
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<<   July July
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30°C 
18°C 
346 hours 
32 mm 
7 days 
30°C 
18°C 
322 hours 
34 mm 
8 days 
25°C 
14°C 
219 hours 
87 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Florence

Average weather in Milan

In August Milan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Milan
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<<   July July
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30°C 
19°C 
285 hours 
95 mm 
12 days 
29°C 
19°C 
251 hours 
127 mm 
13 days 
24°C 
15°C 
181 hours 
158 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Milan

Average weather in Venice

In August Venice generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Venice
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<<   July July
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28°C 
22°C 
288 hours 
69 mm 
10 days 
28°C 
22°C 
257 hours 
91 mm 
10 days 
24°C 
18°C 
198 hours 
134 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Venice

Average weather in Naples

In August Naples generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Naples
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<<   July July
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28°C 
22°C 
313 hours 
16 mm 
4 days 
29°C 
23°C 
294 hours 
22 mm 
6 days 
25°C 
20°C 
234 hours 
96 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Naples

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Italy.

Is August the best time to visit Italy?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Italy with overall perfect weather in Rome. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Rome. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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