Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Florence | Munich | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 30°C (86°F)▲ | 23°C (73°F) | Florence |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 19°C (66°F)▲ | 13°C (55°F) | Florence |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 13 days | Florence |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 33 mm▲ | 100 mm | Florence |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 12h/day▲ | 11h/day | Florence |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9▲ | 10 | Florence |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 12 km/h▲ | 13 km/h | Florence |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Florence edges ahead as the better destination in August. Florence offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Munich sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Florence can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Munich is also comfortable at 23°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Florence is the stronger choice in August. Florence receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Florence reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Munich averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Florence receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Munich sees 100 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Florence the drier option by 8 rain days and 67 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 30°C, lows of 19°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 23°C, lows of 13°C, 13 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Florence | Munich | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 9°C | 10d | 3°C | 12d |
| Feb | 11°C | 10d | 5°C | 10d |
| Mar | 14°C | 10d | 9°C | 13d |
| Apr | 18°C | 12d | 14°C | 12d |
| May | 22°C | 10d | 18°C | 15d |
| Jun | 27°C | 7d | 21°C | 15d |
| Jul | 30°C | 4d | 23°C | 15d |
| Aug | 30°C | 5d | 23°C | 13d |
| Sep | 25°C | 9d | 18°C | 12d |
| Oct | 19°C | 12d | 14°C | 11d |
| Nov | 14°C | 13d | 8°C | 11d |
| Dec | 10°C | 12d | 4°C | 13d |
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