August · Italy
Best time to visit Lake Como in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Como in August
Average temperature 26°C, 132 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.3/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 132 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Lake Como scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 132 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Como runs north from the Lombard plain into the Alps, its shores lined with villas, terraced gardens, and the towns of Como, Bellagio, and Varenna.
August in Lake Como — middling scores, decent value
August averages 26°C (78°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 132 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.3/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 7.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lake Como in August?
- In August, Lake Como averages 26°C, 132 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lake Como?
- August earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lake Como in August?
- Expect about 132 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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