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Cinque Terre Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cinque Terre, Italy in August.

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Manarola Monterosso al Mare Riomaggiore Vernazza

Planning a getaway to Cinque Terre, 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 Cinque Terre in August

Cinque Terre, Italy is a region in Italy. August in Cinque Terre generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Manarola. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Cinque Terre, Italy. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 56 mm (2.2 in) in Manarola.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Manarola gets approximately 281 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Cinque Terre by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cinque Terre — and find the best time to visit. (based on Manarola)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March14°C (57°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December13°C (55°F)
Best Time to Visit Cinque Terre →

Best Places to Visit in Cinque Terre in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Cinque Terre

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

Temperature range in Cinque Terre (August)

Precipitation variation in Cinque Terre (August)

Manarola

In August Manarola generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
281 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Manarola →

Monterosso al Mare

In August Monterosso al Mare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
281 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Monterosso al Mare →

Riomaggiore

In August Riomaggiore generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
281 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Riomaggiore →

Vernazza

In August Vernazza generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
281 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Vernazza →

Corniglia

In August Corniglia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
281 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Corniglia →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cinque Terre, 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 Cinque Terre in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manarola 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Monterosso al Mare 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Riomaggiore 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Vernazza 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Corniglia 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Cinque Terre weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cinque Terre, Italy in August?

Cinque Terre, Italy typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Manarola average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Cinque Terre, Italy in August?

Average temperatures in Cinque Terre, Italy during August range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Manarola.

Does Cinque Terre, Italy get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Manarola averages just 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Cinque Terre, Italy.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Cinque Terre, Italy?

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

On average, the best time to visit Cinque Terre, Italy is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Manarola. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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