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Corsica Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Corsica, France in August.

Considering a trip to Corsica, France this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Corsica in August

Corsica, France is a region in France. August in Corsica generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Tiuccia at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Zonza at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 19°C (66°F) in Zonza and 21°C (70°F) in Tiuccia. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Corsica, France. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Corsica, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Pietra Longa Salvini with an average of 7.3 mm (0.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Venaco with 48 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Porto-Vecchio enjoys about 341 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Corsica by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Corsica in August

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

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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 Corsica

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Corsica, France?

Temperature range in Corsica (August)

Precipitation variation in Corsica (August)

Porto-Vecchio

In August Porto-Vecchio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
370 hours
341 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Ajaccio

In August Ajaccio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
370 hours
341 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Calvi

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°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
344 hours
315 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Bonifacio

In August Bonifacio 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
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
362 hours
320 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Propriano

In August Propriano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
370 hours
341 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: France August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in France 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 France reached 43°C (109°F) in Carcassonne on August 23, 2023.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ajaccio 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Bastia 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Porto-Vecchio 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 9.5 mm (0.4 in)
Calvi 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Bonifacio 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Propriano 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)

Corsica weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Corsica, France in August?

In August, Corsica, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Porto-Vecchio sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Corsica, France in August?

Average temperatures in Corsica, France during August range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Porto-Vecchio.

Does Corsica, France get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Porto-Vecchio averages just 9.5 mm (0.4 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Corsica, France.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Corsica, France?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Corsica, France. Typically, the climate in Porto-Vecchio is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Corsica, France is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Porto-Vecchio. In contrast, January, February and November tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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