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

Will it be warm or cold in Columbus this August? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

During August, Columbus experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 29°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 18°C. Expect high temperatures this month, marking it as the warmest of the year. Prepare with lightweight clothing and plenty of sunscreen to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Columbus in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 235 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Columbus. May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase 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 TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 235 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56%  

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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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

Interested in more climate information?

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