Italy Venice Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Venice is very-high
August is very-high for Venice.
Many local restaurants close 'ferie' for vacation. Venice Film Festival brings stars + glamour. Korean Liberation Day spikes airfares.
Travel score
Venice August Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
7
65mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
humid
UV Index
7
High
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
26°C
swimming peak
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
30°C
Nighttime
20°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Venice Film Festival (Aug 28+)
- Sea-temp 26°C peak
- Korean Liberation Day usable
- Star sightings
Cons
- Many local restaurants closed for ferie
- Crushing heat + crowds
- Liberation Day airfare spike
- Some shops closed Aug 13-20
August Events & Festivals
- Ferragosto (Aug 15 — many Venetian businesses close)
- Venice Film Festival (Aug 28-Sep 7)
- Korean Liberation Day
Venice in August — Full Picture
Many local restaurants close 'ferie' for vacation. Venice Film Festival brings stars + glamour. Korean Liberation Day spikes airfares.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Sea-temp peak.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
17.3°C
8°C
8.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current27°C
18°C
7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
18°C
10.7°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
8°C
0.7°C
8/mo
Venice Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 0° | 8d·55mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 1° | 7d·50mm | 4h | 75% | 2 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 13° | 4° | 8d·60mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 17° | 8° | 9d·70mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 8d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 16° | 8d·65mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 19° | 6d·50mm | 10h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 19° | 7d·65mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 24° | 15° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 18° | 11° | 9d·90mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 6° | 11d·100mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 1° | 9d·65mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Venice August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Venice?
Venice in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Venice in August?
Venice August averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Venice in August?
Venice August averages 65mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Venice in August?
Like July. Sea-temp peak.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Venice in August?
Venice August sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 20:15, with 14h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Venice in August?
Venice August air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Venice in August?
In August, Venice is great for Venice Film Festival (late Aug), Doge's Palace early AM, Lido beach.
Is August peak season in Venice?
Venice August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.