Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Split | Rome | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F)▲ | Rome |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 21°C (70°F)▲ | 20°C (68°F) | Split |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days | 4 days▲ | Rome |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 42 mm | 22 mm▲ | Rome |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 13h/day | 13h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Rome |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in August. Rome offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Split sees 13 sunshine hours and 5 rain days.
Split can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Rome runs hot at 31°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in August.
Split reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Rome averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Split receives approximately 42 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Rome sees 22 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 20 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 29°C, lows of 21°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 31°C, lows of 20°C, 4 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Split | Rome | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 10°C | 11d | 12°C | 9d |
| Feb | 11°C | 10d | 12°C | 9d |
| Mar | 14°C | 10d | 15°C | 9d |
| Apr | 17°C | 11d | 18°C | 11d |
| May | 22°C | 9d | 22°C | 9d |
| Jun | 26°C | 7d | 27°C | 5d |
| Jul | 29°C | 5d | 30°C | 4d |
| Aug | 29°C | 5d | 31°C | 4d |
| Sep | 24°C | 8d | 25°C | 9d |
| Oct | 20°C | 11d | 21°C | 11d |
| Nov | 15°C | 14d | 16°C | 12d |
| Dec | 11°C | 12d | 12°C | 11d |
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