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Lazio, Italy

Rome in August

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Rome are April, May, September and October. In August, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.
Avg temp
25°C
Rainfall
30 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
€140
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Rome is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 25°C with about 30mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Rome in August

Highlights from our guide.

Colosseum + Roman Forum (timed ticket)
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Pantheon & Trevi Fountain walk
Trastevere food & wine crawl
Pasta-making class
Testaccio market tasting

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Rome in August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Rome?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Rome's best months are generally April, May, September and October.

What is the weather like in Rome in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 25°C. Rainfall averages about 30mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Rome in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Rome in August?+

Popular things to do include Colosseum + Roman Forum (timed ticket), Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Pantheon & Trevi Fountain walk and Trastevere food & wine crawl. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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