Omaha weather in August
August in Omaha averages 86°F by day and 66°F at night, with 4.6 inches of precipitation. It is the 2nd-warmest and 2nd-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 86°F-2° vs July
- Average low
- 66°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.6 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in8 days at 90°F+
Is August a good time to visit Omaha?
August is pleasant by day, but it is one of the wetter months. The most comfortable months overall are June and September to October.
What to do in Omaha in August
Mix it up: Joslyn Art Museum, Lauritzen Gardens, Mormon Trail Center at Winter Quarters, Rose Blumkin Performing Arts Center. All things to do in Omaha.
On August 15 the sun rises at 6:33 am and sets at 8:22 pm, giving 13h 49m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Omaha 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
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | 86°F | 66°F | 4.6 in | |
| Lincoln, NE | 49 mi | 87°F | 64°F | 3.3 in |
| Sioux City, IA | 89 mi | 83°F | 61°F | 3.9 in |
| Des Moines, IA | 127 mi | 84°F | 64°F | 4.2 in |
| Ankeny, IA | 128 mi | 84°F | 64°F | 4.2 in |
| Topeka, KS | 154 mi | 89°F | 67°F | 4.6 in |
| Lawrence, KS | 163 mi | 87°F | 68°F | 4.6 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Omaha in August?
In August, Omaha averages a high of 86°F and a low of 66°F, with 4.6 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is August a good time to visit Omaha?
August is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 4.6 inches of rain.
Does it snow in Omaha in August?
Rarely. The August snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: Omaha in July and Omaha in September. All twelve months: Omaha weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Omaha Eppley Airfield, NE, 4.9 miles from the city center.