01Weather
Orlando weather in August
Afternoons in August average 33.2 °C (92 °F) and nights cool to 25.0 °C (77 °F). The month brings about 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain spread over roughly 12 days. Compared with July it is 0.2 °C cooler; September is 1.2 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical August | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 35 °C / 95 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 31 °C / 87 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 24 °C / 75 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 29.6 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 38 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest August day 2016–2025 | 37.2 °C / 22.2 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 August | 06:47 | 20:16 | 13.5 h |
| 15 August | 06:55 | 20:05 | 13.2 h |
| 31 August | 07:03 | 19:48 | 12.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 42 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/New_York).
03Crowds
How busy Orlando is in August
busy The main sights are busy in August. What drives it:
- Florida schools return early August
- crowds drop late month
- peak heat
04Public holidays
Public holidays in August 2027
No public holidays in United States fall in August, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Orlando in August
Every year in August
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween Horror Nights | late August to early November, Universal | seasonal |
| Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party | August to October, Magic Kingdom | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for Orlando in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 30 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
August is as hot as July, with afternoons around 33 °C and storms on about fifteen days, but crowds drop sharply once Florida schools return in the second week, and by the final week lines are among the year's shortest. Halloween Horror Nights begins at Universal in late August on selected nights, and Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts at the Magic Kingdom. Hurricane risk rises through the month.
Hotel rates fall from the summer peak after the first week. The Epcot Food and Wine Festival opens in late August and runs to November. The heat remains intense; plan water parks for the afternoons. Refundable bookings are wise from mid-August. For the quietest and cheapest month, with peak hurricane risk, see September.
09Compare
Orlando month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22 °C | 11 °C | 2 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| February | 25 °C | 15 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| March | 27 °C | 16 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| April | 29 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 32 °C | 22 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 33 °C | 24 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| July | 33 °C | 25 °C | 13 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| August | 33 °C | 25 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| September | 32 °C | 24 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| October | 29 °C | 21 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 23 °C | 14 °C | 2 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about August? See the best time to visit Orlando.
10Elsewhere
August in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Miami in August | 33 °C | 16 |
| Cancún in August | 32 °C | – |
| New York City in August | 29 °C | 8 |
| Toronto in August | 27 °C | 6 |
| Las Vegas in August | 40 °C | 1 |
| Los Angeles in August | 26 °C | 0 |
11FAQ
Orlando in August: your questions
Is August a good time to visit Orlando?
August is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Orlando. Daytime highs average 33 °C (92 °F), rain falls on about 12 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Orlando in August?
Expect hot days around 33 °C (92 °F) and nights near 25 °C (77 °F). One August in ten brings afternoons above 35 °C, and one in ten stays below 31 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Orlando in August?
August brings about 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain over roughly 12 days, which is showery by Orlando standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 38 percent.
What should I wear in Orlando in August?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Orlando crowded in August?
The main sights are busy in August. Main drivers: Florida schools return early August; crowds drop late month; peak heat.
What time does it get dark in Orlando in August?
Around the middle of August the sun sets at about 20:05 and rises at 06:55, giving 13.2 hours of daylight.