Italy Florence Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Florence is very-high
August is very-high for Florence.
Italians on vacation — many local restaurants close. Tourist sights remain open. Korean Liberation Day pushes airfares.
Travel score
Florence August Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
7
50mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
moderate
UV Index
7
High
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
24°C
swimming peak
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
32°C
Nighttime
19°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sea-temp 24°C warmest
- Palio di Siena (Aug 16)
- Korean Liberation Day usable
- Long daylight
Cons
- Many local restaurants closed for owner's vacation
- Tourist crowds extreme
- Liberation Day airfare spike
- Heat continues
August Events & Festivals
- Ferragosto (August 15 — Italians on vacation, many shops closed)
- Palio di Siena (August 16)
- Korean Liberation Day
Florence in August — Full Picture
Italians on vacation — many local restaurants close. Tourist sights remain open. Korean Liberation Day pushes airfares.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Korean Liberation Day fits this period.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
8.3°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current29.7°C
17.3°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.3°C
10°C
9.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11°C
2.7°C
9.3/mo
Florence Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 2° | 9d·65mm | 3h | 79% | 1 | Quiet | Peak | |
| 12° | 3° | 9d·70mm | 4h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 15° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 10d·75mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 9d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 27° | 16° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 18° | 5d·35mm | 10h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 18° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 14° | 8d·75mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 10° | 10d·90mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 6° | 11d·110mm | 3h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 3° | 10d·80mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Florence?
Florence in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Florence in August?
Florence August averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Florence in August?
Florence August averages 50mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Florence in August?
Like July. Korean Liberation Day fits this period.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Florence in August?
Florence August sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 20:15, with 14h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Florence in August?
Florence August air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Florence in August?
In August, Florence is great for Uffizi + Accademia early morning, Palio di Siena (Aug 16), Cinque Terre.
Is August peak season in Florence?
Florence August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.