What to expect in Rome in August
August is a mixed month in Rome. You get 31° / 18°, but manageable crowds at the big attractions. Worth it for the right traveller.
Rome weather in August
Typical conditions in Rome during August, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 31°C 88°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 18°C 64°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 10/100 |
| Total rainfall | 37 mm1.4 in |
| Rainy days | 3 |
| Daylight | 13 h 52 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 18°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Rome — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 31°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in August sit around the yearly average for Rome — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 13% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Ferragosto while you’re there.
- Ferragosto — Mid-August holiday empties the city as Romans head to the coast.
Rome in August compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 28° / 16° | High | $$ | 50 |
| July | 31° / 18° | High | $$$ | 46 |
| August · This month | 31° / 18° | Moderate | $$ | 54 |
| September | 27° / 15° | High | $$ | 56 |
| October | 22° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
These months score higher for Rome on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in August
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in August.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
