Monthly climate guide
Rome weather in August
Expect very hot weather in Rome in August: afternoons reach about 33°C (91°F), while nights drop to around 21°C (70°F). Around 26 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 5°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 5°C lower by September.
- With the heat, see Pantheon early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 15%.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 61% less rain than Rome's average.
August is typically Rome's warmest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
33°C
91°F
Avg low
21°C
70°F
Rainfall
26 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
53%
relative
Sky
15%
cloud · mostly sunny
Rome weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 38°F | 71 mm | 81% | 54% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 90 mm | 79% | 51% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 43°F | 79 mm | 76% | 49% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 72% | 45% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 59 mm | 69% | 42% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 37 mm | 62% | 25% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 69°F | 32 mm | 55% | 15% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 26 mm | 53% | 15% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 72 mm | 64% | 34% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 72% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 49°F | 114 mm | 80% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 75 mm | 80% | 46% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Rome?
Our Rome guide recommends: Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Book skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum and Vatican in advance — same-day queues can run over an hour, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Rome →Other Italy cities in August
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Rome in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Rome?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Rome are around 33°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Rome in August?
Average highs are about 33°C (91°F) and average lows about 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in August?
Rome typically gets around 26 mm of rain in August — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rome (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.