Late summer · Weather & things to do
Homer in August
Little changes in Homer from July: highs stay near 60°F (15°C), lows near 51°F (11°C), and about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls.
At 65/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 60°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 5.6 in (143 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 60°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 51°F (11°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.6 in (143 mm) across the month.
With about 15 h 18 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around August
August is one of Homer's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 49/100.
- Comfort slips from 69/100 in July to 65/100.
- August sits inside the Jun – Aug window our Alaska Glacier Route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 51°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Homer in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Grewingk Glacier Lake Trail
Flat 3.5-mile trail from Glacier Spit to a lake with floating ice below Grewingk Glacier.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Aug.
Two Sisters Bakery
Old Town bakery and cafe for coffee, pastries and soup near Bishop's Beach.
Why now August scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bishop's Beach
Driftwood beach with tide pools and views of the volcanoes across Cook Inlet.
Why now Highs near 60°F and 5.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Homer Spit
4.5-mile gravel spit lined with boardwalk shops, charters and harbor views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Homer Brewing Company
Homer's oldest brewery, a small taproom pouring growlers and pints.
Nearby in August
- Seward in August~80 mi · highs 58°F, 8.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Anchorage in August~123 mi · highs 63°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Talkeetna in August~191 mi · highs 64°F, 6.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~285 m to Homer's ~32 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.
Homer in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Homer?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 65/100. Expect highs of 60°F (15°C) and 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Aug window our Alaska Glacier Route recommends.
How cold is Homer in August?
Average highs are 60°F (15°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Homer in August?
Yes: about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.1 in (1627 mm).
What should I pack for Homer in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 51°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Alaska Glacier Route Jun – Aug
Planning Homer in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.