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Omaha in August
Omaha edges cooler than July, with highs of 86°F (30°C), lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 67%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 86°F (30°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 64°F (18°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (109 mm).
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Comfort holds steady from July (73 → 74/100).
- August sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 64°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Omaha in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Lauritzen Gardens
100-acre botanical garden near the zoo with a Victorian-style conservatory.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring–fall.
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
S-curved bridge where you can stand with one foot in Nebraska and one in Iowa.
Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Indoor desert dome, rainforest and aquarium; easily a half day.
Why now August scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Block 16
Downtown counter-service spot with creative burgers and daily specials.
Gene Leahy Mall
Rebuilt downtown park on the RiverFront, with a slide hill and lagoon.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Des Moines in August~122 mi · highs 85°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lawrence in August~162 mi · highs 89°F, 5.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Kansas City in August~165 mi · highs 88°F, 5.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Decorah in August~255 mi · highs 80°F, 4.2 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Omaha & the Old Market and Midtown Omaha.
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.
Omaha in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Omaha?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 90 in September & October. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. August is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
How hot is Omaha in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Omaha in August?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.0 in (814 mm).
What should I pack for Omaha in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 64°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Kansas City to Omaha Apr – Oct
Planning Omaha in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.