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Zakinthos Island in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Zakinthos Island in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Zakinthos Island, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Zakinthos Island in August 2025

Great Weather
Warm
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Sunny
August is an ideal time to visit Zakinthos Island if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +82°F and about 27 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 5 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Zakinthos Island;

Average weather

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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+59°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
5 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
27 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zakinthos Island has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Zakinthos Island in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zakinthos Island for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +81°F.

Is Zakinthos Island warm or cold in August?

Zakinthos Island is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +75°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Zakinthos Island, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Zakinthos Island in August

Zakinthos Island weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+82°F+82°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+57°F+59°F+52°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+102°F+95°F
Rainfall
4 mm5 mm48 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
71%71%73%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1011 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
292716
Cloudy days
115
Rainy days
127
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 5 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 29 sunny days in July to 27 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Zakinthos Island in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Zakinthos Island is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Zakinthos Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Zakinthos Island is amazing in August with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Zakinthos Island wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 174 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Zakinthos Island?

This is the weather in Zakinthos Island in August 2023:
1 August
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+81°F
2 August
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+82°F
3 August
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+81°F
4 August
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+82°F
5 August
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+83°F
6 August
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+80°F
7 August
☀️
+81°F
8 August
☀️
+81°F
9 August
☀️
+81°F
10 August
☀️
+79°F
11 August
☀️
+80°F
12 August
☁️
+82°F
13 August
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+81°F
14 August
☀️
+81°F
15 August
☀️
+79°F
16 August
☀️
+81°F
17 August
☀️
+79°F
18 August
☀️
+81°F
19 August
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+82°F
20 August
☀️
+82°F
21 August
☀️
+84°F
22 August
☀️
+86°F
23 August
☀️
+85°F
24 August
☀️
+83°F
25 August
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+83°F
26 August
☁️
+82°F
27 August
☀️
+81°F
28 August
☀️
+81°F
29 August
☀️
+81°F
30 August
☀️
+81°F
31 August
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+81°F
In August 2023 Zakinthos Island had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Zakinthos Island climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Zakinthos Island in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+66°F) and the highest in 2022 (+74°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 376 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1404 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zakinthos Island in August:

Is August a good time to visit Zakinthos Island?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Zakinthos Island, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Zakinthos Island.

Can you sunbathe in Zakinthos Island in August?

August is warm in Zakinthos Island. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Zakinthos Island rainy in August?

Zakinthos Island is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Zakinthos Island in August?

Yes, Zakinthos Island is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

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Monthly weather in Zakinthos Island

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Zakinthos Island, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.