Pisa in August
Not the best time
August brings the worst combination of extreme heat and maximum crowds. Unless you're committed to beach time and don't mind sweltering, choose a different month.
Weather
August continues the intense summer heat with even less rainfall than July. The sun blazes down from cloudless skies, making the white stones of the cathedral complex almost blinding at midday. Coastal breezes provide occasional relief in the evenings.
30°C high21°C low2 rain days
Crowds & Cost
peak crowds
~$170/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Ferragosto holiday (August 15)
- •Palio di San Sisto preparations
- •Beach festivals at Marina di Pisa
August Tips
- •Half the city shuts down for Ferragosto - many restaurants and shops close for 2 weeks
- •Early morning tower visits are essential - afternoon temperatures make climbing dangerous
- •The nearby Tyrrhenian coast offers relief with beach clubs and seafood restaurants
All Months
April through June gives you perfect weather without summer crowds. Temperatures hover around 20°C, and you can actually get decent photos of the tower without fighting hordes of tourists.
September and October are golden months. The summer heat breaks, but restaurants and attractions stay open. Plus, university students return, bringing energy back to the bars and cafes.
Skip July and August unless you enjoy sweating through 35°C heat while queuing for an hour to climb the tower. Crowds peak during these months, and many locals flee to the coast.
Winter works if you're chasing budget prices and don't mind gray skies. Hotels drop rates by 40%, but some restaurants close, and the tower climb gets cancelled in bad weather. December through February sees frequent rain.
Pisa Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
3/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
5/10
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