Late summer · Weather & things to do
Chianti in August
Little changes in Chianti from July: highs stay near 90°F (32°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), and about 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 1.4 in (36 mm)
- Humidity
- 57%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 90°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (25°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 34%.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – June and September & October).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: September brings 2.6 in (66 mm).
- Comfort holds steady from July (78 → 79/100).
- Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 65°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Chianti in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Castello di Brolio
Ricasoli castle where the Chianti formula was devised; gardens and cellars.
Why now August scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Montefioralle
Tiny walled hamlet above Greve with stone lanes and valley views.
Castello di Volpaia
Medieval village winery near Radda with cellars in old churches.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Antica Macelleria Cecchini
Dario Cecchini's butcher shop and restaurants serving bistecca and Chianti meats.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Castello di Verrazzano
Historic castle winery with tours and tastings above Greve.
Nearby in August
- Florence in August~13 mi · highs 90°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Siena in August~18 mi · highs 88°F, 1.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in August~39 mi · highs 87°F, 1.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Piran in August~174 mi · highs 84°F, 3.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Chianti in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Chianti?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 90 in April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Chianti in August?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Chianti in August?
Not much: about 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.6 in (727 mm).
What should I pack for Chianti in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 65°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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