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Florence in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Florence in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Florence, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Florence in August 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
August is an ideal time to visit Florence if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +30°C and about 17 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 39 mm of precipitation over an average of 7 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Florence;

Average weather

☀️
+30°C
Avg. max. temperature
+11°C
Min.
+41°C
Max.
39 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
17 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Florence has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Florence in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Florence for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +41°C during the day to a minimum of +14°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +33°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +28°C.

Is Florence warm or cold in August?

Florence is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +30°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +19°C to +19°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Florence, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Florence in August

Florence weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+30°C+30°C+25°C
Min. temperature
+11°C+11°C+6°C
Max. temperature
+40°C+41°C+34°C
Rainfall
27 mm39 mm80 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
61%63%68%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
181713
Cloudy days
445
Rainy days
679
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +30°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 27 mm to 39 mm. Humidity rises from 61% to 63%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 18 sunny days in July to 17 in August.

Next month (September) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Florence in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Florence is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Florence based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 23% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 55 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during August, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Florence wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 115 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 27 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Florence?

This is the weather in Florence in August 2023:
1 August
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+31°C
2 August
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+31°C
3 August
☁️
+32°C
4 August
🌧️
+27°C
5 August
🌧️
+23°C
6 August
☀️
+29°C
7 August
☀️
+31°C
8 August
☀️
+31°C
9 August
☀️
+30°C
10 August
☀️
+34°C
11 August
☀️
+35°C
12 August
☀️
+37°C
13 August
☀️
+37°C
14 August
☀️
+37°C
15 August
☀️
+36°C
16 August
☀️
+36°C
17 August
☀️
+36°C
18 August
☀️
+36°C
19 August
☀️
+38°C
20 August
☀️
+37°C
21 August
☀️
+38°C
22 August
☀️
+39°C
23 August
☀️
+40°C
24 August
☀️
+41°C
25 August
☀️
+39°C
26 August
☀️
+36°C
27 August
☀️
+36°C
28 August
🌧️
+28°C
29 August
☁️
+23°C
30 August
☁️
+24°C
31 August
☀️
+28°C
In August 2023 Florence had 24 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +41°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 26%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Florence climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Florence in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+17°C) and the highest in 2022 (+22°C). The driest year was 2011 with only 499 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1440 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Florence in August:

Is August a good time to visit Florence?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Florence, 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 Florence.

Can you sunbathe in Florence in August?

August is warm in Florence. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Florence rainy in August?

Florence is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Florence in August?

The amount of sunny days in Florence during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Florence

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Florence, 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.