Greensboro weather in August

August in Greensboro averages 87°F by day and 68°F at night, with 4.4 inches of precipitation. It is the 2nd-warmest and 2nd-wettest month of the year here.

GreensboroNorth CarolinaPop. 308,667
Average high
87°F-2° vs July
Average low
68°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
4.4 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in9 days at 90°F+

Is August a good time to visit Greensboro?

August is hot. Average highs reach 87°F, with about 9 days at 90°F or more. The most comfortable months overall are April to June and October.

On August 15 the sun rises at 6:37 am and sets at 8:08 pm, giving 13h 31m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Greensboro in August

  • Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning
  • An umbrella or rain jacket

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

August nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Greensboro87°F68°F4.4 in
High Point, NC14 mi87°F68°F4.4 in
Winston-Salem, NC25 mi86°F68°F4.5 in
Durham, NC51 mi89°F69°F4.7 in
Apex, NC58 mi89°F69°F4.7 in
Cary, NC59 mi89°F69°F4.7 in
Concord, NC64 mi90°F67°F4.5 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greensboro in August?

In August, Greensboro averages a high of 87°F and a low of 68°F, with 4.4 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is August a good time to visit Greensboro?

August is hot in Greensboro, with average highs of 87°F. Plan outdoor time for mornings and evenings.

Does it snow in Greensboro in August?

Rarely. The August snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Greensboro in July and Greensboro in September. All twelve months: Greensboro weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport, NC, 8.6 miles from the city center.