wHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VISITING ITALY IN AUGUST
WEATHER IN ITALY IN AUGUST
Italy is famously hot and humid in the summer, particularly in the southern coastal regions. June and July are the worst, while you might get a bit of relief in August. But this month is still warm and sunny, so you can just cool off at the beach!
Be aware that many places in the country don’t consider air conditioning essential. You shouldn’t assume that there’s AC where you’re staying! Look for descriptions on websites or call the concierge directly.
There’s no way around it: you’re going to see high season prices for travel and lodgings. But if you’re taking a holiday in the summer, you probably already planned for that!
With all the locals heading to the coast, it’ll be quiet with much thinner crowds. You can enjoy the local experience with touristy attractions closed.
The biggest festival in August in Italy is Ferragosto. It’s an old public national holiday that begins on August 15th and honors the hard work of the agricultural community.
Over the years, it became a time for Italians to put work aside and head to the coast for vacation.
For some, it’s a long holiday weekend while others shut down their businesses until the beginning of September.
If you want a break from the heat, consider heading north. Bordering Austria and Switzerland is a region of Italy that looks like something out of a fairytale.