Late summer · Weather & things to do
St. Augustine in August
The year's rain peaks now, with about 7.5 in (191 mm) falling in St. Augustine, alongside highs near 86°F (30°C) and lows of 78°F (25°C).
With a comfort score of 51/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 7.5 in (191 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Highs settle around 86°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (25°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.5 in (191 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 55/100 in July to 51/100.
- Our St. Augustine & Amelia Island route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.5 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in St. Augustine in August
With 7.5 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
St. Augustine Distillery
Craft distillery in a restored 1907 ice plant, with free guided tours, tastings and a cocktail bar upstairs.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.5 in of rain.
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
Black-and-white spiral lighthouse from 1874 on Anastasia Island; 219 steps lead to views over the bay and old town.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.5 in of rain.
Flagler College (Hotel Ponce de Leon)
Henry Flagler's 1888 Spanish Renaissance hotel, now a college, with Tiffany glass and a gilded dining hall shown on guided tours.
Lightner Museum
Gilded Age collections in Flagler's former Hotel Alcazar, built around a palm courtyard and the hotel's old indoor pool.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
St. George Street
Pedestrian street through the colonial quarter, lined with shops, cafes and reconstructed Spanish houses.
Nearby in August
- Jacksonville Beach in August~28 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in August~36 mi · highs 90°F, 6.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Amelia Island in August~54 mi · highs 84°F, 6.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Winter Park in August~90 mi · highs 88°F, 7.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer 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.
St. Augustine in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit St. Augustine?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 51/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 7.5 in (191 mm) of rain.
How hot is St. Augustine in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 78°F (25°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in St. Augustine in August?
Yes: about 7.5 in (191 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.9 in (1370 mm).
What should I pack for St. Augustine in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.5 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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