Monthly climate guide
Naples weather in August
Expect very hot weather in Naples in August: afternoons reach about 32°C (90°F), while nights drop to around 21°C (70°F). Around 28 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 5°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- With the heat, see Naples National Archaeological Museum early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- Naples is usually about 5°C warmer than Sorrento, 30 km away, in August.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 5°C lower by September.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 16%.
August is typically Naples's warmest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
32°C
90°F
Avg low
21°C
70°F
Rainfall
28 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
57%
relative
Sky
16%
cloud · mostly sunny
Naples weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 40°F | 78 mm | 84% | 56% |
| February | 12°C / 53°F | 5°C / 40°F | 66 mm | 83% | 57% |
| March | 15°C / 58°F | 6°C / 44°F | 69 mm | 80% | 53% |
| April | 19°C / 65°F | 9°C / 49°F | 49 mm | 75% | 48% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 13°C / 55°F | 59 mm | 71% | 45% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 31 mm | 63% | 28% |
| July | 31°C / 89°F | 20°C / 68°F | 30 mm | 58% | 17% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 21°C / 70°F | 28 mm | 57% | 16% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 63°F | 68 mm | 66% | 35% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 56°F | 83 mm | 74% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 50°F | 106 mm | 83% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 65 mm | 83% | 49% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Naples?
Our Naples guide recommends: Spring (April–June) or autumn (September–October) for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Naples is widely credited as the birthplace of pizza — a Margherita here is a different experience from anywhere else in the country.
Best time to visit Naples →Other Italy cities in August
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Naples in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Naples?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Naples are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Naples in August?
Average highs are about 32°C (90°F) and average lows about 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Naples in August?
Naples typically gets around 28 mm of rain in August — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Naples?
Spring (April–June) or autumn (September–October) for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Naples (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.