Blue Ridge Mountains

Blue Ridge Mountains Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in August.

Thinking about venturing to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Blue Ridge Mountains in August

The Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. August in the Blue Ridge Mountains generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Boone at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Blue Ridge at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Blue Ridge and 15°C (59°F) in Boone. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Floyd with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Helen with 163 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Asheville sees close to 225 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Blue Ridge Mountains — and find the best time to visit. (based on Asheville)

Best Places to Visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Blue Ridge Mountains.

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Blue Ridge Mountains (August)

Precipitation variation in the Blue Ridge Mountains (August)

Asheville

In August Asheville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
225 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Bryson City

In August Bryson City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
277 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Roanoke

In August Roanoke generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Helen

In August Helen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Boone

In August Boone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Blue Ridge Mountains in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Asheville 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Bryson City 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Roanoke 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Helen 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Boone 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Blowing Rock 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)

The Blue Ridge Mountains weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in August?

In August, the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America generally has perfect weather conditions. Asheville sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in August?

In Asheville, the average daytime high in August is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Asheville averages just 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Asheville is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America is in May, June, August and October with generally perfect weather in Asheville. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.