Capri in August

How to escape the summer crowds!

Capri in August

Summer is at its height, and so are the annual temperatures. Add the high season crowds and you have the recipe for a frustrating visit to the island and the Amalfi Coast. Here are a few tips on how to enjoy your holiday, even in August.

This is the month in which everyone seems to be on vacation: huge yachts drop anchor below the Faraglioni, paparazzi cruise the restaurants and clubs in search of stars to photograph, and it can be hard to find a free spot on the beach.

The Weather

August is often the hottest month of the year, and temperatures soar while the humidity can try the patience of even the heartiest travelers. At night, the island generally cools off, and by the end of the month, summer thunderstorms bring down both the heat and the humidity.

  • Average high temperature (in Celsius): 30° C
  • Average low temperature (in Celsius): 23° C
  • Chance of rain: 11%
  • Chance of clouds: 10%
  • Average sea temperature (in Celsius): 24° C
  • Average daylight hours: 14.30

What to Pack

The most important thing to put in your suitcase is your bathing suit, followed by light clothing and sun block. Throw in a pair of comfortable low sandals, and a rain jacket if you are visiting at the end of the month, along with a light sweater or wrap for going out in the evening in case the temperatures dip after a thunderstorm.

What to Do

Get away from the crowds! Rent a boat and take a tour along the coastline dotted with caves and coves, where you can find a corner of the sea and coast all to yourself even on the most crowded days of August. Here, you can take a dip in peace and quiet, with the sound of the sea breeze and cicadas as your only company.

We recommend booking a boat with a skipper at this time of year, since the water can be crowded with other vessels, making navigation difficult if you are not very experienced at sea.

How to Escape the Summer Crowds

This is not the time of year to make last minute plans. Book everything in advance, especially restaurants for dinner and sun loungers at the most popular beaches.

Avoid taking a day trip to Capri, if not by private boat. The ferry is too hot and crowded for a single day, so plan to stay over on the island at least a night or two, spending the day on the beach and taking the cooler afternoon hours to visit the island. This is the only way to enjoy your visit without being disapponted by the chaos and crowds!

The best experiences and tours in Capri in August

Departure from Capri

Sun loungers and umbrella reserved for the day
A private boat tour on board a traditional gozzo
A special day of complete relaxation

Gozzo 8m

From € 280 Per group | Max 6 people

Duration 2 ore

(429 Reviews)
Ticket to Ride:  Capri Private Gozzo Boat Tour Bestseller

Departure from Capri

Private gozzo boat
Expert English-speaking skipper
Choice of tour lengths

Gozzo 7.50 Fratelli Aprea - Good Vibrations and other options...

From € 250 Per boat | Max 7 passengers

Duration 2 ore 3 ore 4 ore

Free cancellation

(39 Reviews)
Capri Boat Tour with Blue Grotto: Open Ticket Bestseller Shared

Departure from Capri

Open ticket: choose your tour date
Admire Capri by sea
Various departure times each day

Motorized Boat for island boat tour

€ 23 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(1161 Reviews)
Transfer to Blue Grotto and Back- Blue Line Shared

Departure from Capri

Save time and money
Kids ride free
The fastest way to reach the Blue Grotto!

Speedboats

€ 23 per guest

Duration 1 hour

Free cancellation

(297 Reviews)
Capri Private Gozzo Boat Tour for an Unforgettable Day Bestseller

Departure from Capri

A boat tour of the Faraglioni and grottoes
Explore the coast of Capri
Stop to swim in the crystalline waters

Gozzo

From € 240 € 299 Per boat | Max 6 passengers

Duration 2 ore 3 ore 4 ore 6 ore

(119 Reviews)

Departure from Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, Cetara, Maiori, Praiano, Salerno

A private boat tour
Traditional Aprea gozzo boat
Beverages, and beach towels included

Gozzo Fratelli Aprea 7.50 and other options...

From € 750 Per boat | Max 12 passengers

Duration 4 ore 7 ore

(157 Reviews)
Tour of the Amalfi Cost, Positano, Amalfi & Ravello Shared

Departure from Naples, Sorrento

Visit Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello in a day
Transfer by boat from Positano to Amalfi
Avoid the hassle and crowds of public transportation
Local official guide in English

Amalfi Coast from Sorrento and other options...

€ 105 per guest

Duration 8 ore 9 ore

Free cancellation

(1306 Reviews)
 Tour of Capri by sea and by land, from Sorrento New Shared

Departure from Sorrento

Boat with restroom, outdoor seating and sun awning
Complete tour of the island
Plenty of free time to visit Capri on land

Motorized Boat from Sorrento to Capri

€ 75 per guest

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(1161 Reviews)
From Sorrento: Hydrofoil to Positano & Amalfi Bestseller Shared

Departure from Sorrento

Avoid traffic and delays
Admire the coastline by sea
Stop in both Positano and Amalfi

Hydrofoil from Sorrento 9:30AM

€ 45 per guest

Duration 9 ore

MOTORBOAT - UP TO 30 SEATS Bestseller Shared

Departure from Capri

Save time and money
Kids ride free
The best way to visit the island by sea!

Speedboats

€ 23 € 24 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(297 Reviews)
Guided walking tour of Pompeii  Skip-the-line Tickets Shared

Departure from Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento

Spend a half-day visiting the stunning archaeological site of Pompeii
Fast-track entrance with tickets included
Official local guide

Pompeii from Sorrento and other options...

€ 49 per guest

Duration 2 ore (Afternoon) 2 ore (Morning) 4 ore (Morning) 4 ore (Morning)

Free cancellation

(1306 Reviews)

Departure from Capri

Speed and comfortable boat
Experienced local skipper
Shower and drinks on board

Speedboat Itama 38 - EP

From € 900 Per boat | Max 6 passengers

Duration 4 ore 8 ore

(231 Reviews)

Where to stay in Capri in August

3 stars - Capri

Style and simplicity in the heart of Capri

Just steps from the island's iconic Piazzetta
View of the Bay of Naples from your room
Recently remodeled with a clean, minimalist style

From € 140

Tel. +39 081 8370281

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.albergolaprora.it

Luxury Suites and Penthouses - Capri

Scenic sea-view suites, just steps from the Piazzetta

  • Capri's most centrally located hotel

  • Only 8 exclusive and luxurious rooms

  • Breathtaking view of the sea and the island

Tel. +39 0818377514

WhatsApp

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.palazzom.com

Restaurants open in Capri in August

Restaurants - Anacapri

When restaurants have wow! factor

  1. Reserve the private terrace that overlooks the infinite
  2. Taste the best home-growing local product
  3. The Chef Eduardo Vuolo's excellent cuisine

Tel. ++39 081 8373395

Hours

Hours: Lunch: 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Dinner 7:30pm to 10:30pm

Open every day

Annual closure: from 26 October 2023 to 7 April 2024

www.caesar-augustus.com