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Florence in August
Little changes in Florence from July: highs stay near 90°F (32°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), and about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (40 mm)
- Humidity
- 60%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 67°F (19°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is moderate at about 1.6 in (40 mm) for the month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 34%.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – June and September & October).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: September brings 2.6 in (66 mm).
- Comfort holds steady from July (76 → 78/100).
- Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 67°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Florence in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Boboli Gardens
Formal Medici gardens behind Palazzo Pitti with grottoes and city views.
Why now August scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Galleria dell'Accademia
Home of Michelangelo's David and his unfinished Prisoners.
Florence Cathedral
Climb Brunelleschi's dome, 463 steps, for the city's defining view.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella
Historic pharmacy founded by Dominican friars, selling perfumes and soaps.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Le Volpi e l'Uva
Small wine bar by Piazza de' Rossi pouring Tuscan wines by the glass.
Nearby in August
- Chianti in August~13 mi · highs 90°F, 1.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Siena in August~31 mi · highs 88°F, 1.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in August~52 mi · highs 87°F, 1.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Piran in August~166 mi · highs 84°F, 3.1 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~571 m to Florence's ~60 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Florence in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Florence?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 90 in April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Florence in August?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Florence in August?
Not much: about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.0 in (737 mm).
What should I pack for Florence in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 67°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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