Rome · SummerMonth summary
Rome weather in August
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
21°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
16% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Rome in August?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.5h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
Our take: Favourable conditions in August (8.2/10). June scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Rome in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Hot weather — prioritise morning activities and air-conditioned spaces in the afternoon In the height of summer, Rome sees high temperatures (32°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 4°C | 13°C | 32% | 2.1 | 8.0h | 5.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 5°C | 15°C | 29% | 2.6 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 7°C | 16°C | 36% | 2.9 | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 9°C | 20°C | 33% | 2.0 | 11.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 13°C | 23°C | 39% | 2.8 | 12.7h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ June | 18°C | 30°C | 16% | 1.1 | 13.9h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 33°C | 13% | 0.6 | 13.6h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 21°C | 32°C | 16% | 1.0 | 12.5h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 18°C | 28°C | 30% | 3.1 | 11.1h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 14°C | 23°C | 34% | 3.1 | 9.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 9°C | 18°C | 44% | 4.9 | 8.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 5°C | 14°C | 33% | 3.3 | 7.9h | 5.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Rome averages 32°C, 16% rainy days and 12.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.2/10.
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Comparison
August vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Rome in August
Is August a good time to visit Rome?
August is an excellent time to visit Rome (score 8.2/10). With 32°C, 12.5h of sunshine and 16% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Rome in August?
With 32°C and 12.5h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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