Bologna weather in August (Emilia-Romagna, Italy)

Interested in knowing the climate of Bologna in August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Bologna includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 20°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Bologna in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 261 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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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Weather conditions Weather

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Precipitation

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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