August weather forecast
Volterra, Italy

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a tropical month in Volterra, Italy, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

August is the month when Volterra's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and lows of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Volterra, during August, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Volterra, Italy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.9 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Volterra, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Volterra, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 20:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:53 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Volterra are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?
Temperature records mark August as the warmest month, with highs averaging 30.2°C (86.4°F) and lows at 16.8°C (62.2°F).
How hot does it get in August?
In August, in Volterra, the average high-temperature is 30.2°C (86.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 63%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In Volterra, the average relative humidity in August is 63%.
How much does it rain in August?
In Volterra, during August, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.
When it does not snow?
April through November are months without snowfall.
How many hours of daylight does Volterra have in August?
In August, the average day length is 13h and 55min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August in Volterra, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 20:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:53 CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Volterra have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Volterra is 11.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Volterra, Italy
Average temperature in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average high temperature in August: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in August - Volterra, Italy
Average pressure in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Volterra, Italy
Average wind speed in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in August - Volterra, Italy
Average humidity in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average humidity in August: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in August - Volterra, Italy
Average rainfall in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average rainfall in August: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (20mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Volterra, Italy
Average rainfall days in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in August - Volterra, Italy
Average snowfall in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Volterra, Italy
Average snowfall days in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Volterra, Italy
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August - Volterra, Italy
Average sunshine days in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

Average UV index in August - Volterra, Italy
Average UV index in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August - Volterra, Italy
Average cloud cover in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in August: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August - Volterra, Italy
Average visibility in August
Volterra, Italy
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, October and November (8km).

englishespañol中文
Share