August Packing List for Naples — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Linen topsEssential

  Linen is essential for staying cool in the 84°F August heat while walking through Spaccanapoli's narrow streets.

• Cotton shortsEssential

  Breathable cotton is ideal for navigating the intense 84°F heat of Naples in August.

• Sturdy walking sandalsEssential

  These are essential for navigating the steep, uneven cobblestones of Spaccanapoli during the 84°F August afternoons.

• Comfortable sneakersEssential

  Walking the steep hills of Posillipo requires reliable footwear for the summer heat and uneven terrain.

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Protect your eyes from the intense Mediterranean sun during 84°F afternoons.

• Small crossbody bagEssential

  Keep your belongings secure while navigating crowded areas like Spaccanapoli during the intense August heat.

• High-SPF sunscreenEssential

  Protect your skin from the intense Mediterranean sun that accompanies these 84°F August afternoons.

• Reusable water bottleEssential

  Stay hydrated while walking through Spaccanapoli in the intense 84°F August heat.

Clothing

• Linen topsEssential

  Linen is essential for staying cool in the 84°F August heat while walking through Spaccanapoli's narrow streets.

• Lightweight sundressesRecommended

  Embrace Naples's chic Mediterranean style with breathable fabrics that handle the high 84°F temperatures gracefully.

• A light cardiganRecommended

  The Vomero Hill area can feel significantly chillier during evening breezes when temperatures drop to 70°F.

• Cotton shortsEssential

  Breathable cotton is ideal for navigating the intense 84°F heat of Naples in August.

Footwear

• Sturdy walking sandalsEssential

  These are essential for navigating the steep, uneven cobblestones of Spaccanapoli during the 84°F August afternoons.

• Comfortable sneakersEssential

  Walking the steep hills of Posillipo requires reliable footwear for the summer heat and uneven terrain.

• Stylish flatsRecommended

  Maintain a chic local aesthetic while avoiding the hazards of cobblestones when temperatures dip to 70°F in the evening.

• Water-resistant sandalsOptional

  Even with only 3 precipitation days, water-resistant footwear is useful for coastal walks near Castel Nuovo.

Accessories

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Protect your eyes from the intense Mediterranean sun during 84°F afternoons.

• Wide-brimmed hatRecommended

  A hat provides necessary shade against the high 84°F temperatures in Naples's sunny streets.

• Small crossbody bagEssential

  Keep your belongings secure while navigating crowded areas like Spaccanapoli during the intense August heat.

• Lightweight scarfOptional

  A light wrap is useful if you encounter sea breezes at the Castel Nuovo waterfront when it hits 70°F.

Gear

• High-SPF sunscreenEssential

  Protect your skin from the intense Mediterranean sun that accompanies these 84°F August afternoons.

• Compact umbrellaRecommended

  While there are only 3 precipitation days, a small umbrella is useful for sudden summer showers.

• Reusable water bottleEssential

  Stay hydrated while walking through Spaccanapoli in the intense 84°F August heat.