Lake Garda · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 14° (57°)6– (43–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)9– (48–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)13– (55–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)29 (84) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-5– (23–)4 (39) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)6 (43) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)12 (54) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)11 (52) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 | 3h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d57mm (2.2") | 5d52mm (2.0") | 6d64mm (2.5") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 9d95mm (3.7") | 7d67mm (2.6") | 6d61mm (2.4") | 6d72mm (2.8") | 6d72mm (2.8") | 6d80mm (3.1") | 7d86mm (3.4") | 5d54mm (2.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Lake Garda — with 7 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 29°C (84°F).
Daytime highs average 29°C (84°F), cooling to 19°C (66°F) at night (daily average: 24°C (75°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 13°C (55°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 72 mm (2.8 in) total.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
Full throttle. The Ora wind rises reliably from the south each afternoon and turns Torbole and Riva into Europe's windsurfing headquarters. The lidos are packed and so are the promenades at night — for quiet, head into the side valleys or up Monte Baldo early.
Events & Festivals
- Ferragosto15 August
Italy's central summer holiday. The cities empty out and the lake fills up: every hotel bed is taken over the Ferragosto weekend, while many shops and trattorias close for a week or more.
Packing list for Lake Garda in August
- Light summer clothes
- Thin cardigan for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Lake Garda?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Lake Garda (Climate Score: 76/100). Pleasant temperatures (29°C (84°F)), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (6) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Lake Garda in August?
- In August, Lake Garda sees daily highs of 29°C (84°F). Nights cool to 19°C (66°F), with a daily average of 24°C (75°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 13°C (55°F).
- How much rain falls in Lake Garda in August?
- In August, Lake Garda receives an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Garda get in August?
- Lake Garda averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
