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Houston in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Houston in August 2024

OK Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Houston in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +93°F during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 105 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Houston;

Average weather

☀️
+93°F
Avg. max. temperature
+61°F
Min.
+106°F
Max.
105 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Houston has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Houston in August

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

Going from a maximum of +100°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +93°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +93°F.

Is Houston warm or cold in August?

Houston is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +93°F to +93°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +75°F to +75°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 Houston, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Houston in August

Houston weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+93°F+93°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+64°F+61°F+50°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+106°F+108°F
Rainfall
110 mm105 mm116 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
73%73%72%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
8810
Cloudy days
141411
Rainy days
999
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +93°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 110 mm to 105 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 8 sunny days during the month.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in September as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Houston is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Houston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 84%, leading to total precipitation of around 305 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 42 mm, which is moderate rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 26 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:
Houston wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 121 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 81 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Houston?

This is the weather in Houston in August 2023:
1 August
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+93°F
2 August
☁️
+100°F
3 August
☀️
+100°F
4 August
☁️
+99°F
5 August
☁️
+89°F
6 August
🌧️
+90°F
7 August
☁️
+95°F
8 August
☀️
+95°F
9 August
☀️
+95°F
10 August
☀️
+97°F
11 August
🌧️
+93°F
12 August
🌧️
+94°F
13 August
🌧️
+91°F
14 August
☁️
+92°F
15 August
☁️
+94°F
16 August
☀️
+97°F
17 August
☁️
+99°F
18 August
☀️
+96°F
19 August
🌧️
+81°F
20 August
🌧️
+90°F
21 August
🌧️
+91°F
22 August
🌧️
+94°F
23 August
🌧️
+90°F
24 August
🌧️
+89°F
25 August
🌧️
+93°F
26 August
🌧️
+92°F
27 August
🌧️
+91°F
28 August
☀️
+92°F
29 August
🌧️
+87°F
30 August
🌧️
+88°F
31 August
☀️
+94°F
In August 2023 Houston had 8 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+90°F) and the highest in 2011 (+103°F). The driest year was 1999 with only 12 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 785 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Houston in August:

Is August a good time to visit Houston?

It’s always a good time to visit Houston, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Houston in August?

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

Is Houston rainy in August?

Houston 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 Houston in August?

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

Other cities in USA

Check out the weather for other cities in USA.

Monthly weather in Houston

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Houston, 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.