What August feels like in Rome
Late summer arrives in Rome with August. The midday hours are hot; shade and water matter on long walks. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay warm. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Rome in August
Wet days are occasional rather than regular, about one day in 6. Each rainy day adds about 5 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8.2 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 6:17 am and sets around 8:13 pm local time, giving 13 h 55 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 2 min less daylight than mid-July. About 92% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the warmest month of the year in Rome. It is about as warm as July, with 2 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into September. The next month's average high: 26.5°C (79.7°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Rome in August
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Rome in August?
Afternoons average 31.6°C (88.9°F) and nights about 20.6°C (69.1°F) — hot by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in August?
Only moderately: roughly 5 wet days and 25 mm, usually moderate rain.
What should I wear in Rome in August?
Pack versatile layers and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Rome?
August scores better on our climate ranking (#2 of 12 vs #3), rated Great against Great. September is cooler and has more rainy days.