Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in the United States with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for United States in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in United States with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 22°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 32°C, with nights close to 21°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in United States will be around 33°C, with nights close to 21°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 148 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 24% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for United States. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
United States in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
148 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit the United States?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in the United States. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
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Temperature records for the United States in August
With 42°C, the United States hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in the United States
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in the United States, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in August in the United States
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Daily Precipitation in August in the United States
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for the United States, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 7 days of rain in the United States.
Daily UV Index in August in the United States
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in the United States, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in the United States Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in the United States, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in the United States Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in the United States, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for the United States
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in the United States. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in August in the United States
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Average Weather in the United States by Month
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