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Jacksonville Weather in August

August in Jacksonville sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.

Rainfall in Jacksonville in August

It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain, averaging 201 mm (7.9 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Jacksonville in August

In August, expect very high temperatures in Jacksonville, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) at night. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. With lows of 21°C (70°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Jacksonville. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Jacksonville Temperature in August

Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
201 mm (7.9 in)
Rainy days
17 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Jacksonville in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Jacksonville in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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