Are you considering a trip to Las Vegas in August? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +102°F and about 20 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 5 rainy days and 18 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+102°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+113°F
Max.
18 mm
Total precipitation
25%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
20 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Las Vegas has good weather in August.
Average temperature in Las Vegas in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Las Vegas for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in August is +100°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +109°F during the day and a minimum of +68°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +100°F to +108°F.
Is Las Vegas warm or cold in August?
Las Vegas is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +104°F to +102°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +81°F to +79°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is one of the warmest months in Las Vegas, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Las Vegas in August
Las Vegas weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+104°F
+102°F
+95°F
Min. temperature
+61°F
+64°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+117°F
+113°F
+113°F
Rainfall
11 mm
18 mm
12 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
21%
25%
24%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
19
20
22
Cloudy days
3
2
2
Rainy days
4
5
3
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.It’s getting colder in August. From +104°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +102°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 11 mm to 18 mm.Humidity rises from 21% to 25%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 19 to 20.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Las Vegas in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Las Vegas is gradually decreasing during August, going from 11 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Las Vegas based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 76 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 42 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during August, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Las Vegas wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 21% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Las Vegas?
This is the weather in Las Vegas in August 2023:
1 August
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+101°F
2 August
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+94°F
3 August
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+103°F
4 August
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+104°F
5 August
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+107°F
6 August
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+108°F
7 August
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+108°F
8 August
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+105°F
9 August
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+103°F
10 August
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+101°F
11 August
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+99°F
12 August
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+102°F
13 August
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+102°F
14 August
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+103°F
15 August
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+104°F
16 August
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+103°F
17 August
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+105°F
18 August
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+105°F
19 August
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+83°F
20 August
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+77°F
21 August
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+87°F
22 August
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+92°F
23 August
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+98°F
24 August
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+99°F
25 August
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+101°F
26 August
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+103°F
27 August
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+105°F
28 August
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+106°F
29 August
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+109°F
30 August
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+109°F
31 August
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+108°F
In August 2023 Las Vegas had 28 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +100°F, with an absolute maximum of +109°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 36%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 4%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Las Vegas climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Las Vegas in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+77°F) and the highest in 2020 (+84°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 45 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 306 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Las Vegas in August:
Is August a good time to visit Las Vegas?
August is a really good time to go to Las Vegas. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Las Vegas.
Can you sunbathe in Las Vegas in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Las Vegas. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Las Vegas rainy in August?
Las Vegas is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Las Vegas in August?
Yes, Las Vegas is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Las Vegas, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.