August weather forecast
Georgia, USA

August in Georgia maintains the high-energy summer vibes with temperatures that continue to be on the higher side. The length of the days begins to slightly wane, yet the state remains firmly in the grip of summer's warmth. While much of the landscape continues to thrive under the sun, some areas start showing early signs of seasonal transition as the month progresses.

When compared to July, August sustains the hot temperatures but can sometimes experience a modest dip towards the end of the month. July's scorching peak often gives way to the early hints of the upcoming autumn by late August. Still, most of the month remains hot, with just a few indicators that summer's rule is beginning to loosen.

Rainfall in August closely resembles that of the previous summer months, characterized by short, intense afternoon thunderstorms. These storms, fueled by the lingering heat and moisture influx from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, offer brief cooling periods in the afternoons. Despite their intensity, they tend to be transient, leaving behind clearer skies.

Cities such as Macon and Columbus, sitting in the heart of the state, often experience the sweltering August heat. However, these locales, like many parts of Georgia, also welcome the sporadic thunderstorms that break the monotony of the heat. Coastal cities, including Brunswick, remain under the tempering influence of the Atlantic, enjoying balmy sea breezes that provide a consistent level of comfort for outdoor activities. Conversely, the northern regions, particularly areas adjacent to the Blue Ridge Mountains, begin to show the earliest hints of cooler temperatures, especially during nighttime.

While August continues to be a prime month for water-related activities, the first inklings of autumn towards its end make it a transitional period. It serves as a bridge between the full-blown summer escapades of June and July and the onset of the more temperate and festive months that follow in Georgia.

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• Atlanta - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Atlanta is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. July and August, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Augusta - August »
  August in Augusta retains the sweltering summer heat vibe observed in July. In Augusta, during August, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.
• Columbus - August »
  August continues the summer trend in Columbus with temperature placeholders remaining at a 91.4°F (33°C) high and a 72.5°F (22.5°C) low. In August, in Columbus, Georgia, the rain falls for 18.8 days.
• Savannah - August »
  With an average ocean temperature of 83.7°F (28.7°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Savannah, Georgia. On the first day of August in Savannah sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:21 pm.
• Athens - August »
  In Athens, during August, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. In August, the average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 107.6°F (42°C).
• Sandy Springs - August »
  The month with the highest UV index in Sandy Springs, Georgia, is August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. On the first day of August in Sandy Springs sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:37 pm.
• Macon - August »
  On the last day of August, in Macon sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT. In Macon, Georgia, in August, it is raining for 22 days, with typically 4.02" (102mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Roswell - August »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Roswell are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 68%. In Roswell, Georgia, during August, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation.
• Albany - August »
  The most humid month in Albany, Georgia, is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%. In Albany, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.
• Johns Creek - August »
  On the first day of August in Johns Creek, Georgia, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Johns Creek, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.
• Warner Robins - August »
  In Warner Robins during August, the rain falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. The weather pattern in August remains similar to July in Warner Robins with only a slight decline in temperatures that dwell between 71.8°F (22.1°C) to 89.4°F (31.9°C).
• Alpharetta - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Alpharetta is August, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Alpharetta, Georgia, during August, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.