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Gastonia weather in August (North Carolina, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Gastonia in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Gastonia generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 32°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Gastonia in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 273 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Gastonia, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 273 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65% *  
* Data from: Charlotte, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather 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 Gastonia in August?

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 in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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