Average weather for Tacoma in August
It's warm in August in Tacoma with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Tacoma with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 15°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 26°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Tacoma is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 61 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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26°C | 30°C | |
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28°C | 31°C | |
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21°C | -5°C | |
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61 mm | 79 mm | |
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4 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 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.
Is August a good time to visit Tacoma?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Tacoma. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2020, Tacoma reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Tacoma
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Tacoma, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Tacoma
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Tacoma, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 4 days of precipitation in Tacoma.
Daily UV index in August in Tacoma
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Tacoma, 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.
Temperature in August in Tacoma over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Tacoma, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Tacoma over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Tacoma, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Tacoma
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tacoma. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Tacoma by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tacoma. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.