Your August weather guide
HotWeather in Amalfi Coast in August
August is a good choice for the Amalfi Coast if you want hot days and warm-water swimming, but less suitable if you prefer cool evenings. Average daytime highs are 27.6°C, nights fall to 22.1°C and the sea averages 26.4°C. For a UK traveller, that means light clothing well into the evening and a reason to keep midday plans flexible. Rain is possible, but it is not the main weather drawback; the persistent warmth is.
Long-term climate averages for Amalfi, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Amalfi Coast, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Amalfi.
- Average daytime high
- 27.6°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 30°C
- Average night-time low
- 22.1°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 20°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +6.2°C
- London averages 21.4°C in August
- Sea temperature
- 26.4°C
- year to year: 26°C to 27°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 10.9h
- 80% of 13.6 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 4
- 22 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days over 25°C
- 92%
- 11% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 34.9°C
- 2017-08-10
- Record low 1991-2020
- 17.0°C
- 1995-08-31
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 48 min
- 1630 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How August compares
August is the 1st warmest month of the year in Amalfi Coast and ranks 94th of 134 destinations we compare for August - see where else is hot in August. Within Italy it is 12th of 16 (Italy in August). Against London's average high of 21.4°C in August, Amalfi Coast is 6.2°C warmer by day and 8.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in August
The typical August day in Amalfi Coast peaks at 27.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.0°C or more. About 92% of days top 25°C and 1 in 9 pass 30°C. Nights average 22.1°C; one night in ten drops to 20.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day here reached 34.9°C (2017-08-10) and the coldest night 17.0°C (1995-08-31).
Rain in August
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 4 days with 1 mm or more, 22 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest August was 2002 with 101 mm, the driest 2011 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 73%.
Sea temperature in August
The sea averages 26.4°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 25.5°C to 27.4°C. This is the warmest the sea gets here all year.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:12 and sets about 20:00 local time in mid-August. Average cloud cover is 20%.
Is August a good time to visit Amalfi Coast?
Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Amalfi Coast on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.
Expect heat that lasts into the evening
August is the Amalfi Coast's warmest month, so choose it for summer heat rather than comfortable weather for being active all day. Days reach 25°C about 92% of the time, while 11% reach 30°C. With humidity averaging 73%, the warmth can feel sticky, particularly when you are moving around. Plan more energetic outings for the morning and leave room for shade and breaks around midday. Breathable clothing is the practical choice, and air conditioning is worth prioritising if warm bedrooms affect your sleep. Evenings are warm on average, so do not count on a sharp drop in temperature to bring relief after sunset.
Plenty of sunshine, with some room for rain
With about 10.9 hours of sunshine out of 13.6 hours of daylight, August gives you plenty of scope for outdoor plans without using the hottest part of the day. Sun protection and access to shade deserve more attention in your packing and planning than heavy rainwear. There are about 4 rainy days on average, so a completely dry stay is not guaranteed. Keep a light waterproof handy and allow some flexibility rather than treating every day as fixed swimming weather. The balance suits travellers who want sunshine and sea time and do not mind adjusting plans when rain arrives.
A little perspective
Amalfi Coast through the year
August is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.8°C | 7.8°C | 15.1°C | 4.2 | 123 | 12 | 0% |
| February | 11.9°C | 7.5°C | 14.2°C | 4.9 | 105 | 11 | 0% |
| March | 13.9°C | 8.9°C | 14.2°C | 5.4 | 106 | 11 | 0% |
| April | 16.4°C | 11.2°C | 15.4°C | 6.3 | 88 | 11 | 0% |
| May | 20.1°C | 14.8°C | 18.8°C | 7.8 | 60 | 8 | 3% |
| Junebest | 24.1°C | 18.6°C | 22.8°C | 10.2 | 29 | 5 | 38% |
| Julybest | 26.9°C | 21.4°C | 25.4°C | 12.0 | 16 | 3 | 83% |
| AugustSelectedbest | 27.6°C | 22.1°C | 26.4°C | 10.9 | 22 | 4 | 92% |
| September | 24.1°C | 19.2°C | 24.4°C | 7.4 | 89 | 9 | 36% |
| October | 20.6°C | 16.1°C | 21.9°C | 5.7 | 131 | 11 | 2% |
| November | 16.5°C | 12.5°C | 19.4°C | 4.2 | 189 | 14 | 0% |
| December | 13.0°C | 9.2°C | 16.9°C | 4.1 | 155 | 13 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Amalfi Coast in August FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Amalfi Coast hot in August?
Amalfi Coast is hot in August: the average daytime high is 27.6°C and nights average 22.1°C. About 92% of August days reach 25°C or more.
Can you swim in the sea in Amalfi Coast in August?
The sea around Amalfi Coast averages 26.4°C in August, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 26°C to 27°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Amalfi Coast in August?
Amalfi Coast sees about 4 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 22 mm of rain in a typical August. The wettest August between 1991 and 2020 was 2002 (101 mm) and the driest was 2011 (0 mm).
How sunny is Amalfi Coast in August?
Amalfi Coast gets around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day in August out of 13.6 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Amalfi Coast compare with the UK in August?
Amalfi Coast is on average 6.2°C warmer than London by day in August (27.6°C against 21.4°C).
What is the hottest August on record in Amalfi Coast?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day in Amalfi Coast reached 34.9°C on 2017-08-10, and the coldest night dropped to 17.0°C on 1995-08-31.
Is the sea warm enough for comfortable swimming?
Yes. The sea averages 26.4°C in August, with a year-to-year range of 26°C to 27°C. That makes it well suited to swimming rather than a bracing dip, especially if cold water usually puts you off.
How much hotter is it than London in August?
The average daytime high is 27.6°C, compared with 21.4°C in London - a difference of 6.2°C. That is a noticeable step up in warmth, so plan for lighter clothing, shade breaks and less strenuous activity around midday.
Is August a good month if I dislike hot nights?
Not particularly. The average night-time low is 22.1°C, so evenings and sleeping conditions remain warm. If cool nights are important to you, August is a compromise; accommodation with air conditioning would make it a more practical choice.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Amalfi. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 3 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C