Columbus weather in August (Indiana, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Columbus this August? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Columbus typically includes high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 30°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 18°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Precipitation

Columbus in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 275 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Columbus, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 275 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 64% *  

* Data from: Indianapolis, the United States of America (66 KM, 41 Miles).

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.

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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.

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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