The weather in August in Texas
It's hot in August in Texas with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C.
August isn’t a good month to be in Texas. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Texas, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2020, Texas reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in August for Texas
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Texas. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
Texas | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 36°C | 30°C |
Max. temperature | 38°C | 31°C |
Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 25 mm | 79 mm |
Rainy days | 6 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Texas with hot temps, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 36°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Texas is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The hurricane season in Texas runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Texas for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Texas is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Texas to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Texas, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Texas
Temperature in August in Texas over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Texas, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Texas
Total precipitation in August in Texas over the years
Daily UV index in August in Texas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Texas, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Texas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Texas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.