What August feels like in Orlando
Late summer arrives in Orlando with August. The midday hours are hot; shade and water matter on long walks. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay warm, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Orlando in August
Dry days are the exception, with rain on most days. Wet days average about 9 mm (0.4 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.9 mm per wet day. August is Orlando's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
Mid-month, Orlando gets 13 h 12 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:55 am to sunset near 8:06 pm. Days are getting shorter: 37 min less daylight than in mid-July. About 80% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How August compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, August comes out as the warmest month in Orlando. It is about as warm as July, with 26 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into September. September averages a high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Orlando in August
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Orlando in August?
Expect around 31.6°C (88.9°F) in the afternoon and 24.2°C (75.6°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Orlando in August?
It does: about 24 rainy days bring roughly 216 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Orlando in August?
The numbers point to rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Orlando?
September, clearly: it ranks #9 of 12 among Orlando's months, against #12 for the other. September is cooler and has fewer rainy days.