Want to go to Corsica in August?
Find out if the region at this time of year will meet your expectations with our comprehensive guide:
- Climate in Corsica in August (temperatures, weather…)
- Swimming conditions: water temperature and wind
- Travel conditions: crowds, prices, openings
- What to do in Corsica in August, special activities and events
BEFORE OUR ADVICE + PHOTOS
HERE ARE OUR GOOD PLACES IN Corsica
Our favorite car rental platform: DiscoverCars
Our guide to plan your road trip: eBook
Our essential boat trip: Piana and Scandola
Our unforgettable outdoor activity: Canyoning
Our favorite cities to stay in:
- Saint-Florent – see the best rated accommodations
- Calvi – see the best rated accommodations
- Bonifacio – see the best rated accommodations
This guide is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visit the area anonymously, making our own choices, and paying all our bills in full.
Going to Corsica in August: quick answers
Is the weather good in Corsica in August? Is this a good time to visit?
The weather is very nice in Corsica in August. The days are very long, the rains rare and the wind warm and pleasant. The sky is clear and the sun is shining. The temperatures are very hot. On the other hand, it is sometimes too hot, there can be big thunderstorms and there are a lot of holidaymakers. August remains a good period to visit Corsica.
Travelling to Corsica in August – summary of conditions
Temperatures
The temperatures are warm. Some days, they exceed 30°C (86°F). The average temperature is 26°C (79°F), and during the day it is about 28°C (82°F).
Water temperatures
In August, the sea is warm, around 24°C (75°F). It is ideal for water activities such as swimming, snorkeling, paddling or kayaking.
Crowds and prizes
It is in August that Corsica welcomes the most tourists. It’s because of the summer vacations. The beaches and tourist attractions are crowded. The rates are also the highest of the year.
Opening conditions
Everything is open in August: attractions, museums and parks, hotels, restaurants.
Day
The sun rises around 6:30 am and sets around 9:30 pm.
Our favorite activities in August
In August, the tourist season is in full swing, so the list of ideas is very long…
- Enjoy the beaches and the warm sea (but go early before the crowds!)
- Explore the villages, the citadels and the city of Sartene
- Take advantage of boat tours in Bonifacio and Piana, to discover exceptional sites
- Hiking in the mountains to escape the heat
- And much more… See details later in the article
OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN Corsica
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- Choose a car that is powerful enough (the roads are steep) but compact (some passages are narrow).
- Think of thecomplete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
1. Climate in Corsica in August – weather forecast
The climate of Corsica is Mediterranean. It has dry summers with high temperatures, and rainy but relatively mild winters.
In August, the wind does not blow much on Corsica. When there is, it is hot and dry. The rainfall is very fine and infrequent. You can plan your trip without worrying.
We enjoy the long sunny days. It is very hot in the morning. Some days, the thermometer reads over 30°C (86°F). It is the perfect climate to enjoy the sea.
It is also the season for hiking. Warning: be careful on hot days. Beware also of thunderstorms, more frequent in this season.
2. Temperatures in Corsica in August
Temperatures in Ajaccio:
- 25°C (77°F) on average
- Number of days above 18°C = 38
- Number of days with an average temperature of over 30°C = 1
Temperatures in Porto-Vecchio:
- 26°C (79°F) on average
- Number of days above 18°C = 31
- Number of days with an average temperature of over 30°C = 1
Temperatures in Calvi:
- 25°C (77°F) on average
- Number of days above 18°C = 31
- Number of days with average temperature over 30°C = 5
Temperatures in Bastia:
- 26°C (79°F) on average
- Number of days above 18°C = 31
- Number of days with average temperature over 30°C = 8
Temperatures in the mountains:
The temperature in the mountains depends on your altitude. In Corte, the thermometer shows an average of 25°C (77°F). The higher you go, the lower the temperatures get.
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3. Rain in Corsica in August
It hardly rains on the whole island.
- Rainfall in Ajaccio: 50 mm
(over 3 days on average) - Rainfall in Porto-Vecchio: 10 mm
(on average 1 day) - Quantity of rain in Calvi: 72 mm
(over 4 days on average) - Rainfall in Bastia: 42 mm
(on average 2 days)
4. Sunshine in Corsica in August
In August the days are very long. The sun rises around 6:30 am and sets around 8:30 pm, with 14 hours of sunshine.
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5. Water temperature – swimming in Corsica in August
August is the ideal period to swim in Corsica. Discover below the average temperature of the sea.
- Ajaccio: 24°C (75°F) on average
- Porto-Vecchio: 24°C (75°F) on average
- Calvi: 24°C (75°F) on average
- Bastia: 24°C (75°F) on average
6. Wind in Corsica in August
The wind in Corsica depends on the place and the season, but rarely prevents tourist activities. In August, Corsica is less windy than the rest of the year.
The winds are dry and warm. The north is the most exposed region. The eastern beaches are the least windy on the island.
HOW TO GET TO Corsica
Option 1: by ferry
Departure from France and Italy
- See all ferry options in our article
- Compare schedules, prices and availability directly
Advantage: you can take your car!
Option 2: by plane
Airports in Bastia, to visit the North, Figari to visit the South, or Ajaccio convenient for all Corsica.
Compare flights!
7. Crowds and other conditions
August is the most popular month to visit the island. Indeed, it is the summer vacations in many European countries.
The hotel occupancy rate is approximately 85%. Beaches, hotels and parking lots are crowded. However, the island offers more festivities and attractions than the rest of the year.
August is therefore a good time to visit Corsica.
8. What to do in Corsica in August
To bathe…
The sea, the sun and… the crowds!
Go to your favorite beaches early, to be more quiet.
See our list of the most beautiful beaches of Corsica.
Explore the villages, the citadels and the city of Sartene
There are not only beaches in Corsica!
The villages, towns and citadels are a must. They have a lot of charm and quite different styles.
Do not miss:
- Calvi and its citadel
- Bonifacio and its citadel on the cliffs
- Sartene, the most Corsican city
- Île-Rousse and its very different charm
- and all the charming villages with stone houses, especially in Balagne.
Enjoy boat tours in Bonifacio and Piana
2 of the most beautiful boat tours to do are those:
- at the foot of the cliffs of Bonifaico
- around the calanques de Piana and the reserve of Scandola
Feel a boost of adrenaline: canyoning, via ferrata…
There are great activities to enjoy the Corsican landscape even more:
To the South:
- Canyoning initiation in Pulischellu – see pictures, details and availability
- Complete canyoning experience in Pulischellu – see details and availability
- Or sport canyoning in Purcaraccia – see details and availability
- Via Ferrata near Porto_Vecchio – see photos, details and availability
- Sea kayaking near Propriano (west coast) – see pictures, details and availability
- Sea kayaking under the cliffs of Bonifacio – see pictures, details and availability
And in the North:
- Diving and snorkeling – learn to dive in Calvi and discover the sea bed! – see program and availability
- Quad between sea and mountain – see program and availability
- Canyoning in beautiful valleys, including the Fango valley – see programs and availability
- Via Ferrata to cling to the mountain walls with breathtaking views. There are different courses depending on your level (including juniors) – see programs and availability
- Rafting with 2 levels of intensity depending on your adrenaline search (family or X-tra) – see programs and availability
And much more…
And the list of things to do is long: food, Corsican songs, hiking…
See our article on the best things to do in Corsica
9. August events in Corsica
- Lama Film Festival
10 000 visitors attend each year five days of screenings, meetings and animations.
- Porto-Latino in Saint-Florent
It is a festival of music of Spanish and South American inspiration.
- Festival of the hazelnut in Cervione
Thousands of visitors come every year.
- Music Festival of Erbalunga
For three days, 2,000 spectators enjoy the festival every night.
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10. Prices in August
As everywhere, prices vary depending on what you are looking for. The accommodations offered are very diverse, from camping to 5 star hotels. It is therefore difficult to give a budget.
In August, the tourist season is in full swing. The rates are the highest of the year.
Book as soon as possible to get the best rates!
