Monthly climate guide
Lecce weather in August
August in Lecce is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 31°C (87°F) and night-time lows near 25°C (77°F). The month usually brings about 26 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 4°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 25°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Rain is well below Lecce's usual level (around 53% less).
- Seasonally, August counts as late summer in Lecce.
- Just 40 km apart, but Lecce runs about 3°C warmer than Otranto this month.
August is typically Lecce's warmest month.
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
25°C
77°F
Rainfall
26 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
62%
relative
Sky
27%
cloud · mostly sunny
Lecce weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 55°F | 9°C / 48°F | 64 mm | 77% | 73% |
| February | 14°C / 56°F | 9°C / 49°F | 73 mm | 78% | 72% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 11°C / 51°F | 68 mm | 77% | 67% |
| April | 18°C / 65°F | 13°C / 55°F | 45 mm | 75% | 61% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 16°C / 61°F | 42 mm | 72% | 57% |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 70°F | 23 mm | 66% | 38% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 75°F | 26 mm | 60% | 24% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 77°F | 26 mm | 62% | 27% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 22°C / 71°F | 50 mm | 66% | 49% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 86 mm | 74% | 59% |
| November | 18°C / 65°F | 14°C / 58°F | 102 mm | 78% | 71% |
| December | 15°C / 58°F | 10°C / 51°F | 55 mm | 76% | 66% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Lecce?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Lecce →Other Italy cities in August
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Lecce in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Lecce?
August is a reasonable time for Lecce: highs around 31°C and about 26 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Lecce in August?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 25°C (77°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lecce in August?
Lecce typically gets around 26 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lecce (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.