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Oklahoma City in August
Little changes in Oklahoma City from July: highs stay near 93°F (34°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 63/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 93°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 93°F (34°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 72°F (22°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (94 mm).
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March & April and October & November.
- Comfort holds steady from July (61 → 63/100).
- Our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends Mar – May, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes93°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Oklahoma City in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
Outdoor memorial and museum for the 1995 bombing victims.
Why now A break from 93°F afternoons.
Tower Theatre
Restored 1937 movie house with a neon marquee on Route 66's 23rd Street.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Stonecloud Brewing Co.
Film Row taproom pouring well-regarded IPAs and pilsners.
Picasso Cafe
Paseo Arts District restaurant with a patio and local art on the walls.
Why now August scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cattlemen's Steakhouse
Stockyards City steakhouse open since 1910.
Nearby in August
- Lake Hefner in August~8 mi · highs 93°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Wichita Mountains in August~84 mi · highs 94°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Tulsa in August~98 mi · highs 94°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dallas in August~190 mi · highs 97°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
These averages also cover Downtown OKC & Bricktown.
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.
Oklahoma City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Oklahoma City?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 63/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 93°F (34°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain. Our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends Mar – May, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Oklahoma City in August?
Average highs are 93°F (34°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Oklahoma City in August?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 34.6 in (878 mm).
What should I pack for Oklahoma City in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (93°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Oklahoma City in August?
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