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Ocean Shores Weather in August

In Ocean Shores, August brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 12°C (54°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Ocean Shores in August

Past climate data indicates that roughly 9 days will see rain, totalling around 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Ocean Shores in August

The excellent temperature in Ocean Shores in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 12°C (54°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Ocean Shores in August

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 240 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Ocean Shores.

Average water temperature in August

At 22°C (72°F), the water is warm and comfortable for swimming. Most people find this temperature ideal for spending longer periods in the water.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Ocean Shores Temperature in August

Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Water Temperature
22°C (72°F) *
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
240 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Byron Bay, Australia (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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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 Ocean Shores in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 22°C (72°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Ocean Shores in August

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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