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Liguria Weather in August

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

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Planning a getaway to Liguria, 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 Liguria in August

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Pigna to 28°C (82°F) in Campo Ligure. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Campo Ligure and 17°C (63°F) in Pigna. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Liguria, Italy. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Piani di Vallecrosia with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Santo Stefano dʼAveto with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. La Spezia typically receives 281 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Liguria in August

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

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 Liguria

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

Temperature range in Liguria (August)

Precipitation variation in Liguria (August)

La Spezia

In August La Spezia 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
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
281 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in La Spezia →

Genoa

In August Genoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°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)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
267 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Genoa →

Lerici

In August Lerici generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
26°C (79°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
41 mm (1.6 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lerici →

Diano Marina

In August Diano Marina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
342 hours
308 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Diano Marina →

Pietra Ligure

In August Pietra Ligure generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°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)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
267 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Pietra Ligure →

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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 Liguria in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Spezia 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Genoa 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Lerici 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Diano Marina 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Pietra Ligure 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Sarzana 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Liguria weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Liguria, Italy in August. The popular destination of La Spezia averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this summer month.

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

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

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Liguria, Italy during August, with La Spezia averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Liguria, Italy?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Liguria, Italy with overall perfect weather in La Spezia.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in La Spezia. In contrast, January, February, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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