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Venice in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Venice in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Venice, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Venice in August 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Warm water
Planning a trip to Venice in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and approximately 15 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 78 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Venice;

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
78 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Venice has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Venice in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Venice for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +86°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 19% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +75°F.

Is Venice warm or cold in August?

Venice is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +68°F to +66°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Venice, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Venice in August

Water in Venice in August is Warm. It varies from +73°F to +83°F, with an average of +78°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Venice are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +47°F.

Can you swim in Venice in August?

You can absolutely swim in Venice in August, the water is warm (+78°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Venice in August

Venice weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+82°F+82°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+54°F+50°F+45°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+97°F+90°F
Rainfall
59 mm78 mm94 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F+78°F+74°F
Humidity
69%70%74%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
151513
Cloudy days
224
Rainy days
8910
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 59 mm to 78 mm. Humidity rises from 69% to 70%. Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 15 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Venice in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Venice is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Venice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 39% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 155 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 43 mm, which is moderate rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Venice wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 94 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Venice?

This is the weather in Venice in August 2023:
1 August
☀️
+82°F
2 August
☀️
+83°F
3 August
☁️
+85°F
4 August
🌧️
+80°F
5 August
🌧️
+72°F
6 August
🌧️
+78°F
7 August
☀️
+80°F
8 August
☀️
+79°F
9 August
☀️
+80°F
10 August
☀️
+81°F
11 August
☀️
+82°F
12 August
☀️
+83°F
13 August
☀️
+86°F
14 August
☀️
+88°F
15 August
☀️
+90°F
16 August
☀️
+91°F
17 August
☀️
+88°F
18 August
☀️
+91°F
19 August
☀️
+92°F
20 August
☀️
+90°F
21 August
☀️
+96°F
22 August
☀️
+97°F
23 August
☀️
+94°F
24 August
☀️
+96°F
25 August
☀️
+95°F
26 August
☀️
+93°F
27 August
☀️
+88°F
28 August
🌧️
+80°F
29 August
🌧️
+71°F
30 August
🌧️
+71°F
31 August
☀️
+76°F
In August 2023 Venice had 24 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +72°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Venice climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Venice in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2022 (+68°F). The driest year was 1983 with only 551 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1356 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Venice in August:

Is August a good time to visit Venice?

August is a really good time to go to Venice. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Venice.

Can you sunbathe in Venice in August?

August is warm in Venice. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Venice in August?

Yes, you can swim in Venice in August, the water temperature averaging at +78°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Venice rainy in August?

Venice is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Venice in August?

The amount of sunny days in Venice during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Venice

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Venice, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.