Corfu Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Corfu, Greece in August.

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Paleokastritsa Kávos Sidárion Benitses

Thinking about venturing to Corfu, Greece this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Corfu in August

Corfu, Greece is a region in Greece. August in Corfu generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Paleokastritsa. In Corfu, Greece, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Corfu, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

August is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 18 mm (0.7 in) in Paleokastritsa.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Paleokastritsa sees close to 333 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Corfu by month

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

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November19°C (66°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Corfu in August

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

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 Corfu

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Corfu, Greece?

Temperature range in Corfu (August)

Precipitation variation in Corfu (August)

Paleokastritsa

In August Paleokastritsa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
365 hours
333 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Paleokastritsa →

Kávos

In August Kávos 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
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
365 hours
333 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Kávos →

Sidárion

In August Sidárion generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
365 hours
333 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sidárion →

Benitses

In August Benitses 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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
365 hours
333 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Benitses →

Acharavi

In August Acharavi 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 rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Acharavi →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Corfu, in Greece.

In our records: Greece August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Greece 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 Greece reached 46°C (115°F) in Nafplio on August 3, 2021.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Corfu in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paleokastritsa 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Kávos 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Sidárion 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Benitses 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Acharavi 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Barbati 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Corfu weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Corfu, Greece in August?

August in Corfu, Greece brings perfect weather. In Paleokastritsa, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Corfu, Greece in August?

Paleokastritsa averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Corfu, Greece get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Paleokastritsa averages just 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Corfu, Greece.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Corfu, Greece?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Corfu, Greece. Typically, the climate in Paleokastritsa is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Corfu, Greece is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Paleokastritsa. On the other hand, the months of November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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