Roma weather in August (Italy)

What does the weather outlook for Roma look like in August? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During August, Roma experiences perfect weather, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. During August, the summer season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C. This period is characterized by high temperatures, often making it the hottest month of the year. Dressing in light, airy clothing will help you stay cool and comfortable.

Precipitation

Roma in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 24 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 298 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Roma. May, June, July, August and September 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 Roma climate page with graphs.

 

Roma, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 24 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 298 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Rome, Italy (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Italy in August

Find out more about the weather in Italy and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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