Weather for Chattanooga in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +31°C during the day, and approximately 6 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 12 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 98 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Chattanooga;
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+13°C
Min.
+39°C
Max.
98 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chattanooga has good weather in August.
Average temperature in Chattanooga in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chattanooga for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +31°C with a maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +17°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +29°C.
Is Chattanooga warm or cold in August?
Chattanooga is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +22°C to +21°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Chattanooga, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Chattanooga in August
Chattanooga weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+14°C
+13°C
+5°C
Max. temperature
+41°C
+39°C
+36°C
Rainfall
117 mm
98 mm
95 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
73%
73%
73%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
4
6
8
Cloudy days
5
6
7
Rainy days
13
12
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 117 mm to 98 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 4 to 6.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Chattanooga in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Chattanooga is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Chattanooga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 218 mm, with a 52% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 52 mm, which is considered heavy rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Chattanooga wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 132 mm of rainfall per day. October, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 78 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Chattanooga?
This is the weather in Chattanooga in August 2023:
1 August
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+31°C
2 August
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+32°C
3 August
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+28°C
4 August
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+27°C
5 August
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+32°C
6 August
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+30°C
7 August
🌧️
+31°C
8 August
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+26°C
9 August
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+31°C
10 August
🌧️
+30°C
11 August
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+32°C
12 August
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+31°C
13 August
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+34°C
14 August
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+34°C
15 August
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+31°C
16 August
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+28°C
17 August
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+29°C
18 August
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+31°C
19 August
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+30°C
20 August
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+33°C
21 August
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+33°C
22 August
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+33°C
23 August
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+34°C
24 August
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+35°C
25 August
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+36°C
26 August
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+35°C
27 August
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+33°C
28 August
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+30°C
29 August
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+29°C
30 August
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+28°C
31 August
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+29°C
In August 2023 Chattanooga had 11 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years
This is how Chattanooga climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Chattanooga in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+20°C) and the highest in 2016 (+24°C). The driest year was 2007 with only 654 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 2402 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chattanooga in August:
Is August a good time to visit Chattanooga?
August is a really good time to go to Chattanooga. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Chattanooga.
Can you sunbathe in Chattanooga in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Chattanooga. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Chattanooga rainy in August?
Chattanooga is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Chattanooga in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Chattanooga in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chattanooga, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.