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Kerkyra Island in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Kerkyra Island in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Kerkyra Island in August 2024

Great Weather
Warm
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Sunny
August is an ideal time to visit Kerkyra Island if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +28°C and about 26 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 16 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 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 Kerkyra Island;

Average weather

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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+18°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
16 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
26 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kerkyra Island has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Kerkyra Island in August

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

The temperature in August is +28°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +30°C during the day and a minimum of +21°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +28°C.

Is Kerkyra Island warm or cold in August?

Kerkyra Island is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +23°C.

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

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

Climate in Kerkyra Island in August

Kerkyra Island weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+27°C+28°C+25°C
Min. temperature
+18°C+18°C+14°C
Max. temperature
+37°C+38°C+35°C
Rainfall
7 mm16 mm84 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
63%65%72%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1011 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
282617
Cloudy days
248
Rainy days
115
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +27°C to +28°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 7 mm to 16 mm. Humidity rises from 63% to 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 28 sunny days in July to 26 in August.

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

Wind

Wind speed in Kerkyra Island 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 Kerkyra Island 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 Kerkyra Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 9 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. Kerkyra Island 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:
Kerkyra Island wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 235 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 7 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Kerkyra Island?

This is the weather in Kerkyra Island in August 2023:
1 August
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+29°C
2 August
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+29°C
3 August
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+29°C
4 August
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+29°C
5 August
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+29°C
6 August
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+29°C
7 August
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+30°C
8 August
☀️
+30°C
9 August
☀️
+30°C
10 August
☀️
+30°C
11 August
☁️
+30°C
12 August
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+29°C
13 August
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+27°C
14 August
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+26°C
15 August
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+27°C
16 August
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+27°C
17 August
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+29°C
18 August
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+30°C
19 August
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+29°C
20 August
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+28°C
21 August
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+27°C
22 August
☀️
+27°C
23 August
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+27°C
24 August
☀️
+27°C
25 August
☁️
+26°C
26 August
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+28°C
27 August
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+27°C
28 August
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+28°C
29 August
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+27°C
30 August
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+28°C
31 August
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+28°C
In August 2023 Kerkyra Island had 25 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 28%. 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 Kerkyra Island climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+29°C) and the highest in 2012 (+35°C). The driest year was 1986 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kerkyra Island in August:

Is August a good time to visit Kerkyra Island?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Kerkyra Island, 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 Kerkyra Island.

Can you sunbathe in Kerkyra Island in August?

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

Is Kerkyra Island rainy in August?

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

Is it sunny in Kerkyra Island in August?

Yes, Kerkyra Island 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.

Other cities in Greece

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Monthly weather in Kerkyra Island

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kerkyra Island, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.