Late summer · Weather & things to do
Leavenworth in August
Little changes in Leavenworth from July: highs stay near 83°F (29°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), and about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain falls.
At 91/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (17 mm)
- Humidity
- 60%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain.
Plan around August
August is one of Leavenworth's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (90 → 91/100).
- Our Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass & Leavenworth 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 clothes83°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Leavenworth in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
München Haus
Open-air Bavarian grill on Front Street serving bratwurst and German beer year-round, with heaters and fire pits in winter.
Why now August scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Andreas Keller
German cellar restaurant under Front Street with schnitzel, sausages and an accordion player on busy nights.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Stevens Pass
Major ski area on the Cascade crest, 45 minutes west of Leavenworth on US 2, with night skiing on the front side.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Front Street Park
The town green and gazebo at the heart of the Christmas Lighting Festival, where the village lights are switched on at dusk.
Leavenworth Ski Hill
Small community ski hill just north of town with rope tows, tubing, night skiing and groomed Nordic trails.
Nearby in August
- Snoqualmie Pass in August~37 mi · highs 69°F, 1.5 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seattle in August~78 mi · highs 75°F, 1.1 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bainbridge Island in August~87 mi · highs 75°F, 1.1 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Juan Island in August~127 mi · highs 70°F, 1.1 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~997 m to Leavenworth's ~355 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.
Leavenworth in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Leavenworth?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain.
How hot is Leavenworth in August?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Leavenworth in August?
Not much: about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.9 in (810 mm).
What should I pack for Leavenworth in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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