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

Curious about the climate in Lancaster this August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Lancaster during August to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 29°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 17°C. As the year's hottest month, it's essential to have your summer gear ready. Keep cool with light clothing and enjoy the warmth.

Precipitation

Lancaster in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. On average, there are about 10 days with rain during this month.

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 Lancaster. 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 Lancaster climate page with graphs.

 

Lancaster, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 235 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

* Data from: Columbus, the United States of America (43 KM, 27 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. 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

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