Lake Maggiore · 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 | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)5– (41–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)12– (54–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)31 (88) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)32 (90) | 23° (73°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 17° (63°)9– (48–)22 (72) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-5– (23–)4 (39) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)6 (43) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)10 (50) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d62mm (2.4") | 5d77mm (3.0") | 6d87mm (3.4") | 9d128mm (5.0") | 12d174mm (6.9") | 10d143mm (5.6") | 9d141mm (5.6") | 9d160mm (6.3") | 8d137mm (5.4") | 8d160mm (6.3") | 8d172mm (6.8") | 5d97mm (3.8") |
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 Maggiore — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 27°C (81°F).
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 17°C (63°F) at night (daily average: 22°C (72°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 9 rain days with 160 mm (6.3 in) total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Summer by the water: 25 to 28°C (77 to 82°F), the island gardens busy, the lakeside promenades alive in the evening. Afternoon thunderstorms are part of the deal — nine rain days a month is normal, and the air is only clearer afterwards.
Events & Festivals
- Ferragosto15 August
The Italian midsummer holiday brings Milan to the lake. Boats to the Borromean Islands run full, the lakeside towns are booked out — and some shops stay shut.
Packing list for Lake Maggiore in August
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Lake Maggiore?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Lake Maggiore (Climate Score: 72/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (9) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Lake Maggiore in August?
- In August, Lake Maggiore sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 17°C (63°F), with a daily average of 22°C (72°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Lake Maggiore in August?
- In August, Lake Maggiore receives an average of 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Maggiore get in August?
- Lake Maggiore averages 9 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
