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Amalfi Coast Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Amalfi Coast, Italy in August.

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Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello

Planning a getaway to the Amalfi Coast, Italy this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Amalfi Coast in August

The Amalfi Coast, Italy is a region in Italy. August in the Amalfi Coast generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Sorrento. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in the Amalfi Coast, Italy. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Amalfi Coast, Italy, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sorrento with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to low rainfall in Ravello with 24 mm (0.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Sorrento gets approximately 300 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore the Amalfi Coast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Amalfi Coast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sorrento)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) This monthJune24°C (75°F) July27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Amalfi Coast in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Amalfi Coast.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Amalfi Coast

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Amalfi Coast, Italy?

Temperature range in the Amalfi Coast (August)

Precipitation variation in the Amalfi Coast (August)

Sorrento

In August Sorrento generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
300 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sorrento →

Positano

In August Positano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
300 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Amalfi

In August Amalfi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
300 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Ravello

In August Ravello generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
300 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Amalfi Coast, in Italy.

In our records: Italy August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Italy in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Italy reached 46°C (115°F) in Marina di Ragusa on August 10, 1999.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Amalfi Coast in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sorrento 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Positano 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Amalfi 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Ravello 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)

The Amalfi Coast weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Amalfi Coast, Italy in August?

the Amalfi Coast, Italy typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Sorrento average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Amalfi Coast, Italy in August?

Average temperatures in the Amalfi Coast, Italy during August range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Sorrento.

Does the Amalfi Coast, Italy get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Amalfi Coast, Italy during August, with Sorrento averaging close to 19 mm (0.7 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Amalfi Coast, Italy?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit the Amalfi Coast, Italy with overall perfect weather in Sorrento. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Sorrento. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Amalfi Coast.

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