How does WorldVacayWeather determine the best holiday weather?

WorldVacayWeather analyzes 20 years of historical weather data from the Open-Meteo archive API. We compare your preferences for temperature, rainfall, sunshine hours, and wind speed against daily averages to calculate a match score from 0-100%.

Which destinations are available on WorldVacayWeather?

WorldVacayWeather covers 24+ popular holiday destinations including Mallorca, Crete, Bali, Cancún, Maldives, Tenerife, Algarve, Phuket, and more across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Southeast Asia, Indian Ocean, Atlantic Islands, and Africa.

Is WorldVacayWeather free to use?

Yes, WorldVacayWeather is completely free. You can check weather data, discover destinations, generate packing lists, and estimate budgets at no cost.

What is the best month to visit the Mediterranean?

Based on 20 years of weather data, June through September typically offers the best weather for Mediterranean destinations like Mallorca, Crete, and the Côte d'Azur, with average temperatures of 25-30°C, 10+ hours of sunshine, and minimal rainfall.

Where to go on holiday in August

The best places to go in August, ranked from twenty years of historical climate data. Pick by what matters to you — warm sun, sightseeing, or a relaxing break — then open the live tool to fine-tune.

Top all-round picks

Mallorca (Spain) — 26.7°C, 12.4h sun/day, 0.9 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Crete (Greece) — 25.1°C, 12.9h sun/day, 0.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Algarve (Portugal) — 25.1°C, 12.8h sun/day, 0 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Tenerife (Spain) — 23.6°C, 12h sun/day, 0.1 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Costa Brava (Spain) — 24.9°C, 12.2h sun/day, 1.2 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Dubrovnik (Croatia) — 25.8°C, 12.9h sun/day, 1.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Cape Verde (Cape Verde) — 25.7°C, 10.5h sun/day, 0.8 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Sri Lanka (Sri Lanka) — 27.3°C, 10.2h sun/day, 2.5 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Sicily (Italy) — 25.1°C, 12.7h sun/day, 0.8 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Sardinia (Italy) — 26.8°C, 12.7h sun/day, 0.5 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.

Best for beach & sun

Mallorca (Spain) — 26.7°C, 12.4h sun/day, 0.9 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Crete (Greece) — 25.1°C, 12.9h sun/day, 0.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Algarve (Portugal) — 25.1°C, 12.8h sun/day, 0 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Tenerife (Spain) — 23.6°C, 12h sun/day, 0.1 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Costa Brava (Spain) — 24.9°C, 12.2h sun/day, 1.2 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Antalya (Turkey) — 29.5°C, 12.8h sun/day, 0.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Dubrovnik (Croatia) — 25.8°C, 12.9h sun/day, 1.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Cape Verde (Cape Verde) — 25.7°C, 10.5h sun/day, 0.8 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Marrakech (Morocco) — 29.8°C, 12.2h sun/day, 0 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Sicily (Italy) — 25.1°C, 12.7h sun/day, 0.8 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.

Best city & sightseeing weather

Crete (Greece) — 25.1°C, 12.9h sun/day, 0.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Algarve (Portugal) — 25.1°C, 12.8h sun/day, 0 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Tenerife (Spain) — 23.6°C, 12h sun/day, 0.1 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Costa Brava (Spain) — 24.9°C, 12.2h sun/day, 1.2 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Dubrovnik (Croatia) — 25.8°C, 12.9h sun/day, 1.4 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Cape Verde (Cape Verde) — 25.7°C, 10.5h sun/day, 0.8 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Sicily (Italy) — 25.1°C, 12.7h sun/day, 0.8 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Côte d'Azur (France) — 25.2°C, 12.6h sun/day, 0.9 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Madeira (Portugal) — 21.2°C, 12h sun/day, 1 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.
Gran Canaria (Spain) — 25.3°C, 11.9h sun/day, 0.2 rainy days/week. Score: 100/100.

Frequently asked questions

Where is it warmest in August?

In August the warmest, sunniest spots we track are Mallorca (26.7°C, 12.4h sun/day); Crete (25.1°C, 12.9h sun/day); Algarve (25.1°C, 12.8h sun/day).

Where can you go in August without the crowds?

August is a strong shoulder-season month for several Mediterranean and Atlantic-island destinations. See the all-round ranking, scored from twenty years of climate data.

Is August good for sightseeing?

Our sightseeing band ranks destinations by mild temperatures and low rainfall in August, so you can pick a trip with comfortable walking weather.