Val d'Orcia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Val d'Orcia, Italy in August.

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Pienza Montalcino San Quirico dʼOrcia Castiglione dʼOrcia

Planning a journey to Val d'Orcia, Italy this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Val d'Orcia in August

Val d'Orcia, Italy is a region in Italy. August in Val d'Orcia generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Pienza. In Val d'Orcia, 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.

For specific regional insights in Val d'Orcia, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Montalcino with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Radicofani with 47 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Pienza enjoys about 320 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Val d'Orcia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Val d'Orcia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pienza)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September25°C (77°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Val d'Orcia in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Val d'Orcia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Val d'Orcia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Val d'Orcia, Italy?

Temperature range in Val d'Orcia (August)

Precipitation variation in Val d'Orcia (August)

Pienza

In August Pienza generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
320 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Pienza →

Montalcino

In August Montalcino generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
320 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Montalcino →

San Quirico dʼOrcia

In August San Quirico dʼOrcia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
320 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in San Quirico dʼOrcia →

Castiglione dʼOrcia

In August Castiglione dʼOrcia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
320 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Castiglione dʼOrcia →

Radicofani

In August Radicofani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
320 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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In our records: Italy August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Italy in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Italy reached 46°C (115°F) in Marina di Ragusa on August 10, 1999.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Val d'Orcia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pienza 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Montalcino 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
San Quirico dʼOrcia 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Castiglione dʼOrcia 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Radicofani 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Bagno Vignoni 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

Val d'Orcia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Val d'Orcia, Italy in August?

In August, Val d'Orcia, Italy generally has tolerable weather conditions. Pienza sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Val d'Orcia, Italy in August?

Average temperatures in Val d'Orcia, Italy during August range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Pienza.

Does Val d'Orcia, Italy get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Val d'Orcia, Italy during August, with Pienza averaging close to 41 mm (1.6 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Val d'Orcia, Italy?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Pienza, August might be a good time to visit Val d'Orcia, Italy. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Pienza. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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