August · Italy
Best time to visit Ferrara in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ferrara in August
Average temperature 28°C, 51 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.9/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 51 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Ferrara scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 51 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Renaissance walls, Este palaces, and cycle-friendly flat streets are loveliest from April through June and September, before Po Valley summer heat settles in.
August in Ferrara — middling scores, decent value
Days in August average 28°C (82°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 51 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Ferrara — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ferrara in August?
- In August, Ferrara averages 28°C, 51 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Ferrara?
- August earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ferrara in August?
- Expect about 51 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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