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Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August
Little changes in Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank from July: highs stay near 90°F (32°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), and about 6.9 in (176 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 46/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 6.9 in (176 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 46/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
With 81% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.9 in (176 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (48 → 46/100).
- Our Jacksonville New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.9 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Florida Theatre
Restored 1927 Mediterranean Revival movie palace downtown, now a concert and comedy venue.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.9 in of rain.
Intuition Ale Works
Local brewery on East Bay Street near the stadium, with a rooftop deck looking back at the skyline.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.9 in of rain.
Friendship Fountain
Lit 1965 fountain on the Southbank Riverwalk, facing downtown across the river.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 90°F.
St. Johns River New Year's Eve fireworks
The city's free midnight fireworks over the St. Johns, launched near the Main Street Bridge and the Shipyards.
Why now Best first thing, before the 90°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in August
- Jacksonville Beach in August~16 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in August~27 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in August~36 mi · highs 86°F, 7.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Winter Park in August~121 mi · highs 88°F, 7.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 46/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are February – April and November. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 6.9 in (176 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August?
Yes: about 6.9 in (176 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.6 in (1286 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.9 in of rain on average).
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