Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Salento with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Salento in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Salento with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 31°C, with nights close to 19°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Salento will be around 31°C, with nights close to 19°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 57% per day. Though that seems frequent, the weather’s variable. There are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Salento. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Salento in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
128 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Salento?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Salento. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Salento runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Salento in August
With 35°C, Salento hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Salento
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Salento, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in August in Salento
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Daily Precipitation in August in Salento
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Salento, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Salento.
Daily UV Index in August in Salento
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Salento, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Salento Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Salento, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Salento Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Salento, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Salento
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Weather experiences in August in Salento
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Average Weather in Salento by Month
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