Columbia weather in August (Missouri, United States of America)

How is August weather typically in Columbia? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Columbia includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 20°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Columbia in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 289 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Columbia. April, May, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Columbia, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 289 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 68%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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