What to expect in Venice in August
August is a mixed month in Venice. You get 28° / 19°, but the biggest crowds of the year. Worth it for the right traveller.
Venice weather in August
Typical conditions in Venice during August, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 28°C 82°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 19°C 66°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 35/100 |
| Total rainfall | 65 mm2.6 in |
| Rainy days | 6 |
| Sea temperature | 26°C 78°F |
| Daylight | 14 h 6 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 28°C with lows near 19°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Venice — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Light layers for 28°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 19°C.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Venice. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 3% less.
Who this month suits
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in August, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Venice 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 | 26° / 17° | High | $$$ | 50 |
| July | 29° / 19° | High | $$$ | 45 |
| August · This month | 28° / 19° | High | $$$ | 47 |
| September | 24° / 16° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
| October | 18° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
These months score higher for Venice 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
