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Kansas City in August
Little changes in Kansas City from July: highs stay near 88°F (31°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), and about 5.0 in (128 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 5.0 in (128 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 88°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 67°F (19°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.0 in (128 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- Comfort holds steady from July (67 → 69/100).
- August sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 88°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kansas City in August
With 5.0 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Arthur Bryant's Barbeque
Barbecue institution with vinegar-forward sauce and piles of burnt ends.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.0 in of rain.
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Moving history of Black baseball in the 18th & Vine Jazz District.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.0 in of rain.
National WWI Museum and Memorial
The US museum dedicated to the First World War, under the Liberty Memorial tower.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
The Blue Room
Jazz club inside the American Jazz Museum with live music most nights.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Barbecue served out of a working gas station; the Z-Man sandwich is the order.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter August days.
Nearby in August
- Lawrence in August~36 mi · highs 89°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Springfield in August~148 mi · highs 88°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Omaha in August~165 mi · highs 86°F, 4.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Des Moines in August~179 mi · highs 85°F, 4.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Country Club Plaza and Downtown Kansas City.
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.
Kansas City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Kansas City?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 89. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 5.0 in (128 mm) of rain. August is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
How hot is Kansas City in August?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kansas City in August?
Yes: about 5.0 in (128 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 40.9 in (1039 mm).
What should I pack for Kansas City in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 88°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Kansas City
Routes in season in August
- Kansas City to Omaha Apr – Oct
Planning Kansas City in August?
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