Monthly climate guide
Otranto weather in August
August in Otranto is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 28°C (82°F) and night-time lows near 26°C (78°F). The month usually brings about 20 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 2°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Days and nights are close, only about 2°C apart.
- It's humid — around 73% — so the heat feels heavier.
- Otranto is usually about 3°C cooler than Lecce, 40 km away, in August.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 68% less rain than Otranto's average.
August is typically Otranto's warmest month.
Avg high
28°C
82°F
Avg low
26°C
78°F
Rainfall
20 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
27%
cloud · mostly sunny
Otranto weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 56°F | 12°C / 53°F | 90 mm | 74% | 73% |
| February | 14°C / 56°F | 12°C / 53°F | 92 mm | 76% | 72% |
| March | 15°C / 58°F | 13°C / 55°F | 78 mm | 78% | 67% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 15°C / 58°F | 46 mm | 80% | 61% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 18°C / 64°F | 44 mm | 79% | 57% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 22°C / 71°F | 19 mm | 77% | 38% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 25°C / 76°F | 16 mm | 74% | 24% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 78°F | 20 mm | 73% | 27% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 24°C / 74°F | 54 mm | 71% | 49% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 20°C / 68°F | 91 mm | 75% | 59% |
| November | 19°C / 65°F | 17°C / 62°F | 125 mm | 75% | 71% |
| December | 15°C / 59°F | 13°C / 56°F | 85 mm | 73% | 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 Otranto?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Otranto →Other Italy cities in August
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Otranto in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Otranto?
Yes. August is one of the best months for Otranto, with highs around 28°C and about 20 mm of rain.
How warm is Otranto in August?
Average highs are about 28°C (82°F) and average lows about 26°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Otranto in August?
Otranto typically gets around 20 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Otranto (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.