August weather forecast
Vatican City, Vatican City

The famous artistic St. Peter
The famous artistic St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, with the rest of the Vatican City in Rome, Italy

August

Weather in August

August maintains the summer heat, with the weather in Vatican City remaining sunny and arid. The temperature remains at summer highs, oscillating from 21.6°C (70.9°F) to 31°C (87.8°F) - the highest average high of the year. The city forecasts the least rainfall, a mere 12mm (0.47") falling mostly over five days. Cloud cover is at its thinnest, down to just 9%, while the wind slightly eases further to 9.1km/h (5.7mph). For those undeterred by the heat, the weather accommodates extensive exploring.

Temperature

August is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Vatican City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:45 CEST.

Sunshine

June through August, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Vatican City, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?
The average temperatures reach their apex in August, averaging 31°C (87.8°F) at the high end and 21.6°C (70.9°F) at the low end.
How hot is it in August?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Vatican City, is 31°C (87.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°C (70.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 57%, August is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in August?
In Vatican City, the average relative humidity in August is 57%.
What is the driest month?
The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Vatican City, during August, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.
When it does not snow?
In Vatican City, snow does not fall in January, March through December.
How many hours of daylight does Vatican City have in August?
In Vatican City, the average day length in August is 13h and 50min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:45 CEST.
What are the months with the most sunshine?
June through August, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Vatican City, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.
How high is the UV index in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average high temperature in August: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average humidity in August: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall in August: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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