Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Great Smoky Mountains National Park 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 30°C, with nights close to 20°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be around 30°C, with nights close to 20°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 40% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 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.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
105 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Great Smoky Mountains National Park in August
With 34°C, Great Smoky Mountains National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 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.
Daily Precipitation in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 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 12 days of rain in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Daily UV Index in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Great Smoky Mountains National Park by Month
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