Yes, for anyone who wants warm days, a swimmable lagoon sea and a long list of museums and islands. August brings afternoons of 83°F (28°C), eight hours of sun a day and a sea that has warmed to 78°F (26°C).
The month falls between two festivals, the Festa del Redentore in July and the Regata Storica and Film Festival in September. Some of the best visits, like the Doge’s Palace tours, are by reservation only for a limited number of visitors, so the plan starts at the booking screen.
At a glance
- Afternoon high: 83°F (28°C)
- Night low: 66°F (19°C)
- Rainy days: 6 in the month
- Sunshine: 8 hours a day on average
- Sea: 78°F (26°C) on average
- Daylight on August 15: 14 hours 10 minutes
What is the weather like in Venice in August?
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain | Rainy days | Sunshine per day | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in (58 mm) | 6 | 9.3 h | 78°F (25°C) |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in (66 mm) | 6 | 8.3 h | 78°F (26°C) |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in (73 mm) | 6 | 6.6 h | 73°F (23°C) |
*Long-term monthly averages.*
August is hot and mostly bright. Afternoons reach 83°F (28°C) and nights stay near 66°F (19°C), so you can sightsee in light clothes from morning to late evening.
The month has six rainy days, meaning days with at least 1 mm of rain, and 8 hours of sun a day. Plan the outdoor sights for the clear stretches and keep a compact umbrella for the others. The Doge’s Palace and the museums make good indoor fallbacks.
July is almost the same, with an 83°F (28°C) high and a few more sunny hours. September is about 8 degrees cooler in the afternoon, at 75°F (24°C), and the nights drop to 59°F (15°C). Shifting a month later trades some heat for a cooler evening.
What to do in Venice in August
The Doge’s Palace and the St. Mark’s Square museums
The Doge’s Palace is at San Marco 1, with the public entrance at Porta del Frumento, Piazzetta San Marco. The St. Mark’s Square Museums ticket covers the palace, Museum Correr, the National Archaeological Museum and the Monumental Rooms of the Marciana National Library. The MUVE APP audioguide is included in the ticket price.
Two special visits run by reservation only, for a limited number of visitors. The Secret Itinerary goes through the rooms where the bodies of the Venetian administration worked, and The Doge’s Hidden Treasures tour goes through the Doge’s private rooms next to the Basilica. Book them before you fly, and keep the indoor hours for the afternoon.
The Basilica and the Campanile over St. Mark’s Square
The Basilica visit includes the Pala d’Oro and the museum and loggia with the Horses of Saint Mark. The Basilica mosaics and the square seen from above are the draw of the Area Marciana.
With about 14 hours of daylight in mid-August, a late-afternoon ride still leaves light for the view.
Murano glassblowing
On Murano you can watch glass-blowing in some of the island’s glassworks. The Glass Museum on Murano is covered by the Museum Pass.
Go in the morning, before the afternoon reaches its 83°F (28°C) high.
Burano, Torcello and the Lace Museum
The Burano and Torcello itinerary includes the Church of San Martino, the Lace Museum, the Torcello Museum, the Church of Santa Fosca and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. At the Museo del Merletto, visitors can watch lace-makers’ techniques live by reservation.
From Burano, a long ramp leads to the island of Mazzorbo and its park. That makes an easy walk to add to the day. The Museum Pass also covers the Lace Museum and the Torcello Museum.
The Lido and its beaches
The Lido offers the Venetian lagoon, the Venice beaches, bicycle touring, nature, and art and culture. It is the island of the Venice Film Festival, which is held in September.
In August the beaches go with a sea of 78°F (26°C).
Is Venice busy in August?
August sits between the Festa del Redentore, held on the third Sunday of July, and the Regata Storica on the first Sunday of September, with the International Film Festival also in September. Carnival, in February and March, is the big crowd event: the city transport company plans for more than a million people over 18 days, with daily peaks of about 150,000, and Piazza San Marco entrances close once the capacity limit is reached.
For booking, the Doge’s Palace Secret Itinerary and Hidden Treasures tours are reservation only and limited in numbers. Reserve those first and fit the rest of the day around them.
Guests in hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs in the municipality pay the Tourist Tax, collected by the facility manager. It is calculated per person per night, for a maximum of 5 consecutive nights for non-residents, and it is not subject to VAT. A separate access fee aims to discourage unplanned day visits. It applies only to the historic city, not to the minor islands. ## Can you swim in Venice in August?
Yes. The sea near Venice averages 78°F (26°C) in August, up from 77°F in July and well above September’s 73°F. It is a monthly average, so a cooler morning or a warmer afternoon is normal.
The Lido has the beaches, and the island also offers bicycle touring and nature. Wind and swell are not given, so check conditions on the day before you plan a swim.
What to pack for Venice in August
August asks for light clothes by day, one extra layer for the evening, and a bag that handles sun and a few showers.
- Light, breathable clothes for 83°F (28°C) afternoons.
- A thin layer for the 66°F (19°C) nights.
- A compact umbrella, since about six days in the month bring rain.
- Sunglasses and a hat for 8 hours of sun a day.
- A swimsuit and towel for the Lido, where the sea runs 78°F (26°C).
- Your reservation confirmations for the Doge’s Palace tours, which are by reservation only.
What to know before visiting Venice in August
Palazzo Mocenigo, at Santa Croce 1992, is the study center for textile, costume and perfume history. One single ticket covers Mocenigo, Ca’ Rezzonico and Goldoni’s House, valid 3 months for one entry per museum. The Doge’s Palace also has a dog-sitting service, bookable on the web and app.
Is August a good time to visit Venice?
Yes, for travelers who want warm days, swimming and museums in one trip. August gives an 83°F (28°C) high, a 78°F (26°C) sea and six rainy days.
Compared with July, the weather is nearly identical, and July adds the Festa del Redentore on its third Sunday. September is cooler, at 75°F (24°C) in the afternoon, with a 73°F (23°C) sea, and it brings the Regata Storica and the Film Festival.
If you want swimming, August is the warmer choice over September. If you want cooler walking days, September fits better.
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