August is an ideal time to visit Catania if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +31°C and about 23 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 11 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Catania;
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+16°C
Min.
+43°C
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Catania has great weather in August.
Average temperature in Catania in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Catania for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +34°C during the day to a minimum of +21°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +32°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +29°C.
Is Catania warm or cold in August?
Catania is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +21°C to +22°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Catania, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Catania in August
Water in Catania in August is Warm. It varies from +25°C to +28°C, with an average of +26°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +31°C.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Catania are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.
Can you swim in Catania in August?
You can absolutely swim in Catania in August, the water is warm (+26°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Catania in August
Catania weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+14°C
+16°C
+9°C
Max. temperature
+45°C
+43°C
+40°C
Rainfall
8 mm
11 mm
44 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C
+26°C
+26°C
Humidity
62%
65%
70%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
27
23
15
Cloudy days
1
2
4
Rainy days
2
3
6
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 8 mm to 11 mm.Humidity rises from 62% to 65%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 27 sunny days in July to 23 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Catania in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Catania is gradually increasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Catania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 8 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.Catania is amazing in August with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Catania wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Catania?
This is the weather in Catania in August 2023:
1 August
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+32°C
2 August
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+32°C
3 August
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+33°C
4 August
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+32°C
5 August
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+30°C
6 August
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+30°C
7 August
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+30°C
8 August
☀️
+30°C
9 August
☀️
+30°C
10 August
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+29°C
11 August
☀️
+29°C
12 August
☀️
+29°C
13 August
☀️
+30°C
14 August
🌫️
+31°C
15 August
☀️
+31°C
16 August
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+32°C
17 August
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+32°C
18 August
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+33°C
19 August
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+34°C
20 August
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+32°C
21 August
☀️
+32°C
22 August
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+33°C
23 August
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+34°C
24 August
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+33°C
25 August
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+34°C
26 August
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+34°C
27 August
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+34°C
28 August
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+34°C
29 August
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+31°C
30 August
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+33°C
31 August
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+29°C
In August 2023 Catania had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +29°C. The average humidity was 61%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Catania climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Catania in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+21°C) and the highest in 1990 (+24°C). The driest year was 1981 with only 132 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1675 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Catania in August:
Is August a good time to visit Catania?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Catania, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Catania.
Can you sunbathe in Catania in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Catania. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Can you swim in Catania in August?
Yes, you can swim in Catania in August, the water temperature averaging at +26°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Catania rainy in August?
Catania is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Catania in August?
Yes, Catania is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Catania, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
