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Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Florence in August

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Florence are May, June, July and September. In August, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.
Avg temp
25°C
Rainfall
110 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Florence is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 25°C with about 110mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Florence in August

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Palazzina Reale di Santa Maria Novella
La Palazzina Reale of Santa Maria Novella is a modern, white marble palace built in a sleek Fascist-style, located along via Valfonda and Via Berardi, adjacent to the main Train St
Heating plant and main controls cabin, Florence
The Heating plant and main controls cabin is a technical facilities building in Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway station designed by architect Angiolo Mazzoni in 1929. The compl
Fortezza da Basso
Fortezza da Basso is a fort inserted in the fourteenth century walls of Florence. Its official name is the Fortress of Saint John the Baptist. In modern times it is home to numerou
Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway station
Firenze Santa Maria Novella or Stazione di Santa Maria Novella is the main railway station in Florence, Italy. The station is used by 59 million people every year and is one of the
Local food tour of Florence
Taste the signature dishes of Florence.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Florence in August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Florence?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Florence's best months are generally May, June, July and September.

What is the weather like in Florence in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 25°C. Rainfall averages about 110mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Florence in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Florence in August?+

Popular things to do include Palazzina Reale di Santa Maria Novella, Heating plant and main controls cabin, Florence, Fortezza da Basso and Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway station. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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