August · Italy
Best time to visit Positano in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Positano in August
Average temperature 26°C, 52 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Positano scores 9.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 26°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Positano stacks pastel houses up a ravine on the Amalfi Coast, with Spiaggia Grande at the bottom and the Path of the Gods on the ridge above.
August ranks 3rd of 12 for Positano — one of the best windows
Days in August average 26°C (79°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 52 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.7 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Positano at 9.5/10 (3rd of 12), just behind July at 10/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Positano in August?
- In August, Positano averages 26°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Positano?
- August earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Positano in August?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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