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Savannah in August
The year's rain peaks now, with about 6.3 in (160 mm) falling in Savannah, alongside highs near 89°F (32°C) and lows of 75°F (24°C).
With a comfort score of 53/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 6.3 in (160 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 53/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 89°F (32°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 75°F (24°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.3 in (160 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Humidity season begins: 77% on average, up from 74% in July.
- Comfort slips from 56/100 in July to 53/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Savannah in August
With 6.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room
Boardinghouse-style lunch since 1943: fried chicken and a dozen sides at shared tables.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Leopold's Ice Cream
Ice cream parlor in business since 1919, making Tutti Frutti in-house.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Service Brewing Co.
Veteran-owned brewery west of downtown with a dog-friendly taproom and rotating small-batch beers.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter August days.
Mercer Williams House Museum
Italianate mansion on Monterey Square made famous by Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Bonaventure Cemetery
Riverside cemetery of moss-draped oaks and Victorian statuary.
Nearby in August
- Beaufort in August~35 mi · highs 87°F, 6.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Charleston in August~83 mi · highs 89°F, 6.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amelia Island in August~100 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in August~125 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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.
Savannah in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Savannah?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 53/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are February – April and October & November. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Savannah in August?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Savannah in August?
Yes: about 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.3 in (1151 mm).
What should I pack for Savannah in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (89°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.3 in of rain on average).
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