Temperature in Italy in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Italy this August.

Italy, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 15°C (59°F) in Maso Corto to 34°C (93°F) in Foggia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Foggia and 5°C (41°F) in Maso Corto. The month of August is in the summer season. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Italy. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Italy in August?

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

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Italy, check out our Italy's climate page.

See also: the Italy weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Italy in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Italy.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

See all August weather averages, cities and regions in Italy

Italy temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Italy in August?

Average daytime highs in Italy during August reach about 28°C (82°F) in Rome.

How cold does it get at night in Italy in August?

Rome sees nighttime lows close to 23°C (73°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in Italy?

Foggia tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Italy?

According to our data, Maso Corto holds the title for the coldest city in Italy in August. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 15°C (59°F) and drops to lows of about 5°C (41°F) during the night.

How much sun does Italy get in August?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 298 hours of sunshine in Rome. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in August?

Across Italy, sea temperatures in August range from good at 23°C (73°F) in Genua to perfect at 27°C (81°F) in Ischia — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Italy.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Italy? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Italy.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

The 10 most beautiful historical towns in Italy

Discover Italy's top 10 historic towns, featuring breathtaking medieval architecture and deep-rooted history, ideal for enthusiasts of extraordinary cities.
Experience mystical Assisi

Assisi is the most famous town in Umbria and best known because of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi. Many visitors come to see the breathtaking San Francesco basilica.
The Battle of Oranges

This is one of the most unusual festivals in Italy. The festival is held in the middle of winter during the winter carnival. The entire city of Ivrea near Turin turns into a battlefield.

The most beautiful fishing village of Italy

Portofino is the most beautiful fishing village in Italy and maybe even in the world. We absolutely recommend that you add this beautiful place to your bucket list.
Must visit in Italy →