Late summer · Weather & things to do
Olympic NP in August
Olympic NP's warmest month brings highs averaging 59°F (15°C), lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are mild at around 59°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 42°F (6°C).
About 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Plan around August
August is one of Olympic NP's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 69/100.
- Comfort holds steady from July (85 → 85/100).
- August sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Pacific Northwest route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 42°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Olympic NP in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Hurricane Ridge
Paved road to subalpine meadows with views across the Olympic range and Strait of Juan de Fuca.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jul–Sep.
Ruby Beach
Sea stacks, driftwood and red-tinged pebbles on the park's southern coast.
Why now August scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lake Crescent Lodge
Historic 1915 lodge whose dining room serves Northwest dishes with lake views.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Marymere Falls Trail
Easy 1.8-mile round trip through old-growth forest to a 90-foot waterfall.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Next Door Gastropub
Port Angeles gastropub with Northwest taps and burgers, a good base-camp dinner.
Nearby in August
- Victoria in August~45 mi · highs 70°F, 1.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Bainbridge Island in August~52 mi · highs 75°F, 1.1 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- San Juan Island in August~57 mi · highs 70°F, 1.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Seattle in August~61 mi · highs 75°F, 1.1 in rain · 9°C (15°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~664 m to Olympic NP's ~1,317 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.
Olympic NP in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Olympic NP?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Sep window our Pacific Northwest route recommends.
How cold is Olympic NP in August?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Olympic NP in August?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 73.9 in (1877 mm).
What should I pack for Olympic NP in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 42°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Olympic NP
Routes in season in August
- Pacific Northwest Jun – Sep
Planning Olympic NP in August?
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