August Rainfall and Precipitation in The Blue Ridge Mountains

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in August.

The Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in August precipitation ranging from a moderate 79 mm (3.1 in) in Floyd to a heavy 163 mm (6.4 in) in Helen. During August, summer is in full swing.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Blue Ridge Mountains precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America receive in August?

In August, Asheville typically receives modest rainfall, around 91 mm (3.6 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in August?

On average, Asheville has about 13 days days of rain in August.

Is August part of the rainy season in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

August is generally a drier month for the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

In our database, Helen stands out as having an average rainfall level of 163 mm (6.4 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in August in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

The driest place is Floyd with an average rainfall of 79 mm (3.1 in) according to our data.

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