Baltimore weather in August (Maryland, United States of America)

How does the weather in Baltimore usually fare in August? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In August, Baltimore usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Baltimore in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 262 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, June, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Baltimore climate page with graphs.

 

Baltimore, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 115 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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