When to go · Vatican
Vatican in August
Mixed month. Very hot; Aug 15 closures.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Crowds
- High
- Vatican City overall
- Prices
- High
- Vatican City overall
Verdict
MixedVoykit month rating for Vatican
Very hot; Aug 15 closures.
Weather in August
- Rome, Vatican City · Vatican City and central Romehot
Hot July–August (33–38 °C) with long, shadeless queues in St Peter's Square; November is the wettest month. The Museums are air-conditioned in parts only.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Vatican City overall
- High
- Prices · Vatican City overall
- High
Vatican City overall: Hottest month; Museums still full; 15 Aug holiday.
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen