Mississippi Weather in August

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

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Gulfport Southaven Olive Branch Robinsonville

Planning a getaway to Mississippi, the United States of America this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mississippi in August

Mississippi, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. August in Mississippi generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 32°C (90°F) in Biloxi to 34°C (93°F) in Yazoo City. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Yazoo City and 24°C (75°F) in Biloxi. In Mississippi, the United States of America, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mississippi, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Senatobia with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Moss Point with 236 mm (9.3 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Gulfport receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Explore Mississippi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mississippi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gulfport)

January16°C (61°F) February17°C (63°F) March21°C (70°F) April25°C (77°F) May28°C (82°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October27°C (81°F) November21°C (70°F) December18°C (64°F)
Best Time to Visit Mississippi →

Best Places to Visit in Mississippi in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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 Mississippi

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

Temperature range in Mississippi (August)

Precipitation variation in Mississippi (August)

Gulfport

In August Gulfport generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Gulfport →

Southaven

In August Southaven generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
326 hours
307 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Southaven →

Olive Branch

In August Olive Branch generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
326 hours
307 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Olive Branch →

Robinsonville

In August Robinsonville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
326 hours
307 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Robinsonville →

Ocean Springs

In August Ocean Springs generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Ocean Springs →

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

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mississippi in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gulfport 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Southaven 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Olive Branch 33°C (91°F) 21°C (70°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Robinsonville 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Ocean Springs 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Horn Lake 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Mississippi weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mississippi, the United States of America in August?

Expect poor weather across Mississippi, the United States of America in August. The popular destination of Gulfport averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Mississippi, the United States of America in August?

Daytime temperatures in Gulfport peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in August, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Mississippi, the United States of America get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Mississippi, the United States of America, with Gulfport averaging around 215 mm (8.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Mississippi, the United States of America?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Mississippi, the United States of America due to the typically poor weather in Gulfport.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Gulfport. The weather in July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Mississippi.

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