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National Harbor weather in August (Maryland, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for National Harbor in August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, August in National Harbor includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of summer. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 31°C. At night, it falls to around 20°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

National Harbor in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 262 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit National Harbor.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days April typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

National Harbor, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 262 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (7 KM, 4 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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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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