August weather forecast
Messina, Italy

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Weather in August

August continues the trend of warm and sunny weather in Messina. The record of high temperatures remains not far from July with highs circling around 28°C (82.4°F). The month is marked by continued clear skies, conducive conditions for tourism and outdoor recreation. Sea temperatures reach the highest level of the year, perfect for swimming or other aquatic activities. Even as the summer is at its peak, the Mediterranean air keeps the climate remarkably moderate and pleasant.

Temperature

August, with an average high of 28°C (82.4°F) and a low of 23.7°C (74.7°F), signifies the warmest month of the year in Messina, Italy.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Messina.

Rainfall

In Messina, during August, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Messina, there are 128 rainfall days, and 372mm (14.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: For any water activity, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and extremely satisfying for enduring periods.

Daylight

In Messina, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Messina, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 20:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:28 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.9h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Messina?

During the warmest month in Messina, August, temperatures average a high of 28°C (82.4°F) and a low of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

How hot is August in Messina?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Messina, is 28°C (82.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°C (74.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What are the least humid months in Messina?

The months with the lowest humidity in Messina are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in August in Messina?

In August, the average relative humidity in Messina is 69%.

How much does it rain in Messina in August?

In August, in Messina, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout August, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Messina?

February through December are months without snowfall in Messina.

What month is the sea warmest in Messina?

With an average sea temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Messina, Italy.

What is the sea water temperature in August in Messina?

In Messina, Italy, the average seawater temperature in August is 26.4°C (79.5°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Messina?

In Messina, the average day length in August is 13h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Messina?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 20:07. On the last day of the month, in Messina, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:28 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Messina?

The average sunshine duration in August in Messina, Italy, is 11.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Messina?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Messina.

How high is the UV index in August in Messina?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Messina is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Messina, Italy

Average temperature in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average high temperature in August: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (12.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9.6°C).

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Average pressure in August
Messina, Italy

Average pressure in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Messina, Italy

Average wind speed in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Messina, Italy

Average humidity in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average humidity in August: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (69%).

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Average rainfall in August
Messina, Italy

Average rainfall in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average rainfall in August: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Messina, Italy

Average rainfall days in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Messina, Italy

Average snowfall in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Messina, Italy

Average snowfall days in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Messina, Italy

Average sea temperature in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average sea temperature in August: 26.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.4°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Messina, Italy

Average sunshine days in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Messina, Italy

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Messina, Italy

Average cloud cover in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in August: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in August
Messina, Italy

Average visibility in August - Messina, Italy
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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