August in Rome averages highs of 32 °C (90 °F) and lows of 21 °C (70 °F), with about 3 rainy days and 13 h 51 min of daylight.
August weather in Rome at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is August a good time to visit Rome?
Mixed weather: very hot and fairly dry. August is usually shoulder season in Rome: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in August 2026
- Sat 15 Aug: Assumption Day (Ferragosto o Assunzione) public holiday
Banks and many shops close on public holidays, and museums may change their hours, so check before you go.
Things to do in Rome in August
August is hot, so do outdoor sights early in the morning or after 5 pm and save museums and markets for midday.
- Colosseum and Roman Forum — book the combined ticket outdoors
- Pantheon and Piazza Navona — walkable in one morning outdoors
- Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps — best before 8am outdoors
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel — go early or late indoors
- St Peter's Basilica — climb the dome indoors
- Borghese Gallery and gardens — timed tickets, worth it indoors
Where to stay: Centro Storico near Piazza Navona; Trastevere for evenings; Monti for value close to the Colosseum.
What to pack for Rome in August
- Light, breathable clothes, a hat and a water bottle: highs reach 32 °C (90 °F), so plan indoor time around midday.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Rome costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €60–150 | €180–380 |
Excluding flights. August is usually shoulder season in Rome: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
August in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples | 31° / 21° | 4 | Good time to go |
| Florence | 32° / 19° | 4 | Mixed weather |
| Venice | 29° / 21° | 6 | Mixed weather |
Plan your Rome trip
- Romantic Weekend in Rome: 2-Day Plan for Couples (2026)
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- 3 Days in Rome — A First-Timer's Itinerary (Hour by Hour, With Costs)
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FAQ
Is August a good time to visit Rome?
By the numbers, August is a mixed month: very hot and fairly dry, with average highs of 32 °C (90 °F) and about 3 rainy days. August is usually shoulder season in Rome: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower. The best months for weather are April, May, June, September, October.
How warm is Rome in August?
Average highs are 32 °C (90 °F) and lows 21 °C (70 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Rome in August?
Expect about 3 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 30 mm in total. It is the 2nd driest month of the year in Rome.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.