Elba Weather in August

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

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Portoferraio Capoliveri Marina di Campo Porto Azzurro

Considering a trip to Elba, Italy 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 Elba in August

Elba, Italy is a region in Italy. August in Elba generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Portoferraio. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Elba, Italy. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Elba, Italy in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

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

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Portoferraio sees around 315 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Elba in August

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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 Elba

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

Temperature range in Elba (August)

Precipitation variation in Elba (August)

Portoferraio

In August Portoferraio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
344 hours
315 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Portoferraio →

Capoliveri

In August Capoliveri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Capoliveri →

Marina di Campo

In August Marina di Campo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
344 hours
315 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marina di Campo →

Porto Azzurro

In August Porto Azzurro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Porto Azzurro →

Rio Marina

In August Rio Marina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°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)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Rio Marina →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portoferraio 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Capoliveri 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Marina di Campo 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Porto Azzurro 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Rio Marina 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Rio nellʼElba 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)

Elba weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Elba, Italy in August?

In August, Elba, Italy generally has perfect weather conditions. Portoferraio sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Elba, Italy in August?

Daytime temperatures in Portoferraio peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in August, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Elba, Italy get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Elba, Italy. Portoferraio averages only about 18 mm (0.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Elba, Italy?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Portoferraio. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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