Bologna weather in August (Emilia-Romagna, Italy)

Curious about the August weather in Bologna? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Bologna generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 20°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Bologna in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 261 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, May, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bologna climate page with graphs.

 

Bologna, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 67%  

Sunshine 261 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Italy in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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).

So, what should you wear in Bologna in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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