Temperature in The United States of America in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across the United States of America this August.

The United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 6°C (43°F) in Denali National Park and Preserve to 46°C (115°F) in Furnace Creek. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 30°C (86°F) in Furnace Creek and 0°C (32°F) in Denali National Park and Preserve. The month of August is in the summer season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the United States of America in August?

To get a sense of August's typical temperatures in the key spots of the United States of America, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in the United States of America in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The United States of America temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the United States of America in August?

Average daytime highs in the United States of America during August reach about 29°C (84°F) in New York City.

How cold does it get at night in the United States of America in August?

New York City sees nighttime lows close to 21°C (70°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in the United States of America?

Based on our systematic data collection, Furnace Creek has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 46°C (115°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 30°C (86°F).

What is the coldest city in August in the United States of America?

When looking through our records, we find that Denali National Park and Preserve stands out as the coolest city in the United States of America for the month of August. Daytime highs average 6°C (43°F) and it cools down to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

How much sun does the United States of America get in August?

Across the United States of America, sunshine in August ranges from moderately sunny in Annette Island (147 hours) to sunny in Sacramento (406 hours).

What is the water temperature in August?

Across the United States of America, sea temperatures in August range from cold at 14°C (57°F) in San Francisco to warm at 31°C (88°F) in Key West — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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