Late summer · Weather & things to do
Cannon Beach in August
Cannon Beach's warmest month brings highs averaging 68°F (20°C), lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain.
At 97/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (28 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 68°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 55°F (13°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain.
Plan around August
August is one of Cannon Beach's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (97 → 97/100).
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cannon Beach in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Haystack Rock
235-foot sea stack with tide pools and nesting tufted puffins April–July.
Why now August scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hug Point State Recreation Site
Beach with sea caves, a seasonal waterfall and an old stagecoach road cut into rock.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 1.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cannon Beach Gallery
Nonprofit gallery of the Cannon Beach Arts Association showing regional artists.
Sea Level Bakery + Coffee
Bakery-café for croissants, scones and coffee before a beach walk.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Pelican Brewing Cannon Beach
Pelican's brewery and taproom a short walk from the beach.
Nearby in August
- Astoria in August~21 mi · highs 68°F, 1.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Portland in August~67 mi · highs 84°F, 0.8 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Yachats in August~109 mi · highs 61°F, 0.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Olympic NP in August~133 mi · highs 59°F, 1.7 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Cannon Beach's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cannon Beach in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Cannon Beach?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends.
How hot is Cannon Beach in August?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cannon Beach in August?
Not much: about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 70.2 in (1782 mm).
What should I pack for Cannon Beach in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Cannon Beach
Routes in season in August
- Oregon Coast Hideaways May – Sep
Planning Cannon Beach in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.