Monthly climate guide
Venice weather in August
Expect hot weather in Venice in August: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 22°C (72°F). Around 80 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 5°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Just 30 km apart, but Venice runs about 2°C cooler than Padova this month.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- In Venice, August is late summer.
- Plan St Mark's Square & Basilica for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
August is typically Venice's warmest month.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
22°C
72°F
Rainfall
80 mm
some rain
Humidity
64%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Venice weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | 4°C / 39°F | 52 mm | 80% | 74% |
| February | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 39°F | 91 mm | 79% | 70% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 44°F | 80 mm | 77% | 58% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 11°C / 52°F | 65 mm | 73% | 58% |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 108 mm | 72% | 60% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 68°F | 76 mm | 69% | 51% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 72 mm | 64% | 45% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 80 mm | 64% | 40% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 18°C / 65°F | 88 mm | 69% | 53% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 14°C / 56°F | 96 mm | 75% | 63% |
| November | 14°C / 57°F | 9°C / 49°F | 112 mm | 81% | 71% |
| December | 9°C / 49°F | 5°C / 41°F | 67 mm | 81% | 73% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is August a good time to visit Venice?
Our Venice guide recommends: April to June or September to October — November through early spring brings a higher risk of acqua alta flooding.
Check the city's official tide forecast if visiting outside summer — acqua alta can close low-lying squares with little notice.
Best time to visit Venice →Other Italy cities in August
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Venice in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Venice?
August is a reasonable time for Venice: highs around 29°C and about 80 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Venice in August?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 22°C (72°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Venice in August?
Venice typically gets around 80 mm of rain in August — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
April to June or September to October — November through early spring brings a higher risk of acqua alta flooding.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Venice (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.