August · Italy
Best time to visit Val d'Orcia in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Val d'Orcia in August
Average temperature 27°C, 32 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 32 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Val d'Orcia scores 7.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 27°C, 32 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tuscan cypress ridges and hill towns glow from April through June and September, when golden-hour light and mild temperatures reward drives between Pienza, Montalcino, and Bagno Vignoni.
August in Val d'Orcia — reliably good (6th best month)
August averages 27°C (81°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Expect 32 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.8 daylight hours.
It scores 7.5/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Val d'Orcia in August?
- In August, Val d'Orcia averages 27°C, 32 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Val d'Orcia?
- August earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Val d'Orcia in August?
- Expect about 32 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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