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Jacksonville Beach in August
The year's rain peaks now, with about 6.7 in (170 mm) falling in Jacksonville Beach, alongside highs near 84°F (29°C) and lows of 80°F (26°C).
With a comfort score of 58/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 80°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 6.7 in (170 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 84°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 80°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 82%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.7 in (170 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – May and November & December.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 63/100 in July to 58/100.
- 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 clothes84°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Jacksonville Beach in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Metro Diner
Jacksonville-born diner, first opened in San Marco in 1992, known for fried chicken and waffles.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.7 in of rain.
Jacksonville Beach Pier
Long concrete fishing pier off the main beach, rebuilt after hurricane damage, with a small fee to walk out.
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
City park north of Atlantic Beach with about a mile and a half of beach, a freshwater lake and wooded trails.
Little Talbot Island State Park
Undeveloped barrier island with miles of beach, dunes and a trail through maritime forest.
Nearby in August
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August~16 mi · highs 90°F, 6.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in August~27 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- St. Augustine in August~28 mi · highs 86°F, 7.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Winter Park in August~117 mi · highs 88°F, 7.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer 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.
Jacksonville Beach in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Jacksonville Beach?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 58/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are February – May and November & December. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 6.7 in (170 mm) of rain.
How hot is Jacksonville Beach in August?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 80°F (26°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jacksonville Beach in August?
Yes: about 6.7 in (170 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.6 in (1184 mm).
What should I pack for Jacksonville Beach in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.7 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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