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Kennett Square in August
Little changes in Kennett Square from July: highs stay near 85°F (30°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), and about 4.7 in (120 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 72/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 4.7 in (120 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What August feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 65°F (18°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 4.7 in (120 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in July to 72/100.
- Our Philadelphia, Longwood & Lancaster route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes4.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kennett Square in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Winterthur
Henry Francis du Pont's country estate and museum of American decorative arts, dressed for the Yuletide tour in winter.
Talula's Table
Market and cafe on State Street by day; at night a single farm table seats one party for a long tasting dinner.
Why now August scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hank's Place
Small roadside diner at the Chadds Ford crossroads, a longtime breakfast stop near the Brandywine Museum.
Longwood Gardens
Former du Pont estate garden; for A Longwood Christmas it lights its outdoor trees and fills the conservatory with decorated firs.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 4.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Philadelphia in August~30 mi · highs 85°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in August~34 mi · highs 85°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Baltimore in August~61 mi · highs 87°F, 4.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Washington, DC in August~96 mi · highs 87°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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.
Kennett Square in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Kennett Square?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 72/100 against a best of 84 in April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 4.7 in (120 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kennett Square in August?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kennett Square in August?
Yes: about 4.7 in (120 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.3 in (1226 mm).
What should I pack for Kennett Square in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (4.7 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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