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West Palm Beach in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for West Palm Beach in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in West Palm Beach in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
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Rainy
West Palm Beach in August usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +88°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 24 rainy days with an average precipitation of 201 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in West Palm Beach;

Average weather

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+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
201 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: West Palm Beach has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in West Palm Beach in August

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

The temperature in August is +91°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +91°F to +91°F.

Is West Palm Beach warm or cold in August?

West Palm Beach is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°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 West Palm Beach, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in West Palm Beach in August

West Palm Beach weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+88°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+72°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+95°F+95°F
Rainfall
163 mm201 mm226 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
81%81%82%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1015 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
212
Rainy days
232424
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 163 mm to 201 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in West Palm Beach in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in West Palm Beach is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in West Palm Beach based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 94%, leading to total precipitation of around 237 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in West Palm Beach, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
West Palm Beach wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 226 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 48% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in West Palm Beach?

This is the weather in West Palm Beach in August 2023:
1 August
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+92°F
2 August
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+91°F
3 August
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+90°F
4 August
🌧️
+90°F
5 August
🌧️
+92°F
6 August
☁️
+92°F
7 August
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+94°F
8 August
☁️
+93°F
9 August
☁️
+94°F
10 August
☁️
+93°F
11 August
☁️
+93°F
12 August
☁️
+92°F
13 August
☁️
+92°F
14 August
☁️
+92°F
15 August
☁️
+93°F
16 August
☁️
+91°F
17 August
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+93°F
18 August
☁️
+90°F
19 August
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+90°F
20 August
🌧️
+90°F
21 August
🌧️
+92°F
22 August
☁️
+90°F
23 August
☁️
+90°F
24 August
☀️
+90°F
25 August
☁️
+90°F
26 August
☁️
+91°F
27 August
🌧️
+90°F
28 August
🌧️
+91°F
29 August
☀️
+91°F
30 August
🌧️
+92°F
31 August
🌧️
+92°F
In August 2023 West Palm Beach had 2 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +90°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how West Palm Beach climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in West Palm Beach in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+79°F) and the highest in 2023 (+84°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 1083 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 2718 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in West Palm Beach in August:

Is August a good time to visit West Palm Beach?

It’s always a good time to visit West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach in August?

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

Is West Palm Beach rainy in August?

West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in West Palm Beach, 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.