Decatur weather in August (Georgia, United States of America)

Is August a good time to explore Decatur weather-wise? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Decatur typically includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 21°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Decatur in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 258 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, May, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Decatur, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 134 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 258 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

* Data from: Atlanta, the United States of America (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

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Weather conditions Weather

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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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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