August weather forecast
Florence, Italy

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A golden appearance of the city of Florence, Italy, at sunset
A golden appearance of the city of Florence, Italy, at sunset

Weather in August

August brings another round of intense summer heat to Florence, with temperatures equivalent to those in July. The weather is predominantly hot, often causing locals to escape to the coastal areas for cooler climes. Despite the soaring temperatures that can reach highs of 31.5°C (88.7°F), it remains a popular month for tourism. It's a prime time for summer festivals, night markets and open-air concerts in the city squares.

Temperature

Florence, Italy, registers the highest average temperatures during the month of August, with peaks of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and lows of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Rainfall

In Florence, during August, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.2 days and collects up to 873mm (34.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Florence, Italy, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:38. On the last day of August, in Florence, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:52 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Florence?

In Florence, August is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

How hot does it get in Florence in August?

Florence in August has an average high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

How many days does it rain in August in Florence?

In Florence, Italy, during August, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Florence have in August?

In August, the average day length in Florence is 13h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Florence?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:52 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Florence?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Florence?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in August
Florence, Italy

Average temperature in August - Florence, Italy
  • Average high temperature in August: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

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Average rainfall in August
Florence, Italy

Average rainfall in August - Florence, Italy
  • Average rainfall in August: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (36.7mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Florence, Italy

Average rainfall days in August - Florence, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Florence, Italy

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Florence, Italy
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

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Average UV index in August
Florence, Italy

Average UV index in August - Florence, Italy
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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