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Chattanooga in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Chattanooga in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Chattanooga, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Chattanooga in August 2024

Good Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
Are you considering a trip to Chattanooga in August? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +88°F and about 8 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 9 rainy days and 95 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Chattanooga;

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
95 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chattanooga has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Chattanooga in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chattanooga for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +86°F with a maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +66°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +88°F.

Is Chattanooga warm or cold in August?

Chattanooga is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +70°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is the hottest month in Chattanooga, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Chattanooga in August

Chattanooga weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+88°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+57°F+55°F+41°F
Max. temperature
+106°F+102°F+97°F
Rainfall
116 mm95 mm95 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
72%72%72%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
7810
Cloudy days
141414
Rainy days
1096
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 116 mm to 95 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 7 to 8.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Chattanooga in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Chattanooga is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Chattanooga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 295 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 68 mm, which is considered heavy rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Chattanooga wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 131 mm of rainfall per day. October, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 80 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Chattanooga?

This is the weather in Chattanooga in August 2023:
1 August
🌧️
+76°F
2 August
🌧️
+89°F
3 August
☁️
+91°F
4 August
☁️
+88°F
5 August
☁️
+89°F
6 August
🌧️
+90°F
7 August
🌧️
+89°F
8 August
🌧️
+89°F
9 August
⛈️
+86°F
10 August
☁️
+79°F
11 August
🌧️
+85°F
12 August
☁️
+86°F
13 August
☁️
+83°F
14 August
☁️
+87°F
15 August
☁️
+87°F
16 August
☁️
+81°F
17 August
☁️
+81°F
18 August
☁️
+86°F
19 August
☁️
+80°F
20 August
☁️
+81°F
21 August
🌧️
+81°F
22 August
☁️
+84°F
23 August
☁️
+85°F
24 August
☁️
+84°F
25 August
☁️
+84°F
26 August
☁️
+87°F
27 August
☁️
+89°F
28 August
☀️
+90°F
29 August
☀️
+90°F
30 August
☀️
+85°F
31 August
☀️
+87°F
In August 2023 Chattanooga had 4 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Chattanooga climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Chattanooga in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+83°F) and the highest in 2007 (+97°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 32 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 584 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chattanooga in August:

Is August a good time to visit Chattanooga?

August is a really good time to go to Chattanooga. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Chattanooga.

Can you sunbathe in Chattanooga in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Chattanooga. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Chattanooga rainy in August?

Chattanooga is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Chattanooga in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Chattanooga in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Chattanooga

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chattanooga, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.