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Lawrence in August
Little changes in Lawrence from July: highs stay near 89°F (31°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), and about 5.0 in (128 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 5.0 in (128 mm)
- Humidity
- 68%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 89°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Lows average 67°F (20°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.0 in (128 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are April and September & October.
- Comfort holds steady from July (67 → 67/100).
- August sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lawrence 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.
Jayhawk Cafe
'The Hawk,' a campus bar since 1919 with a warren of rooms.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.0 in of rain.
Spencer Museum of Art
Free university museum with a wide collection from Asian art to American painting.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.0 in of rain.
KU Natural History Museum
Home to a famous 1890s panorama of North American wildlife and fossils.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
Free State Brewing Company
Kansas's first legal brewery since Prohibition, opened in 1989 on Mass Street.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Liberty Hall
Historic downtown venue showing indie films and hosting concerts.
Nearby in August
- Kansas City in August~36 mi · highs 88°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Springfield in August~161 mi · highs 88°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Omaha in August~162 mi · highs 86°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Branson in August~195 mi · highs 91°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
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.
Lawrence in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Lawrence?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are April and September & October, at up to 90. Expect highs of 89°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 Lawrence in August?
Average highs are 89°F (31°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lawrence 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 39.3 in (998 mm).
What should I pack for Lawrence in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Kansas City to Omaha Apr – Oct
Planning Lawrence in August?
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