Ferragosto
August 15
Italy's big summer holiday — city shops close while beaches overflow. Beachwear for the coast, light clothes for half-empty cities.
Highs33°C (91°F)
Lows20°C (68°F)
Rainy days~2
Daylight13.5 h
CrowdsPeak season
August averages for Rome (Urbe). Source
August is hot, and Italians go on holiday around Ferragosto (Aug 15) — city shops close while the coast overflows. Light linen, a sun hat and a refillable bottle (Rome's fountains are drinkable).
☀️ By day
Linen and cotton, sandals and a sun hat; heatwaves are common.
🌙 Evening
Light, smart outfit for seaside dinners.
What's on in August
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Venice Film Festival
Late August to early September
Glamour on the Lido. Even as a spectator, smart summer outfits fit the mood.
August packing essentials
Your August outfit list
- Linen maxi or midi dressCotton kurta with palazzoShop Amazon ↗
- Linen trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Cotton topsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight shawl for churchesShop Amazon ↗
- Comfortable sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Sun hatShop Amazon ↗
- Swimwear (for the coast)Full-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Linen trousers (for churches)Shop Amazon ↗
- Tailored shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable polosShop Amazon ↗
- Loafers or espadrillesShop Amazon ↗
- Swim shortsShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Shoulders and knees must be covered in churches and the Vatican — guards turn people away.
- Carry a light scarf or shawl in summer to cover up quickly.
- Swimwear and bare chests are for the beach only; some towns fine people walking around in them.