Late summer · Weather & things to do
Val d'Orcia in August
Little changes in Val d'Orcia from July: highs stay near 87°F (31°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), and about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (37 mm)
- Humidity
- 56%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 87°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 63°F (17°C), about 14°C (24°F) below the afternoon high.
About 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 34%.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May & June and September & October).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: September brings 3.0 in (76 mm).
- Comfort holds steady from July (84 → 84/100).
- 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 87°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 63°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Val d'Orcia in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Montepulciano
Hilltop town with Renaissance palaces and wine cellars beneath them.
Osteria Acquacheta
Tiny osteria serving bistecca and pecorino at shared tables.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Bagno Vignoni
Village whose main square is a thermal pool; soak in the free pools below.
Why now August scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castello Banfi
Large Brunello estate with tastings, a glass museum and restaurant.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Trattoria Latte di Luna
Pienza trattoria known for roast suckling pig and pici.
Nearby in August
- Siena in August~24 mi · highs 88°F, 1.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Chianti in August~39 mi · highs 90°F, 1.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Florence in August~52 mi · highs 90°F, 1.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Piran in August~193 mi · highs 84°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (4°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.
Val d'Orcia in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Val d'Orcia?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 94 in May & June and September & October. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Val d'Orcia in August?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Val d'Orcia in August?
Not much: about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.8 in (782 mm).
What should I pack for Val d'Orcia in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 63°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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