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Fort Myers in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Fort Myers in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Fort Myers in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
Fort Myers in August usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +32°C and roughly 2 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 10 rainy days with an average precipitation of 278 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Fort Myers;

Average weather

☀️
+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
278 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Myers has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Fort Myers in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fort Myers for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +34°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +36°C during the day and a minimum of +23°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +33°C to +33°C.

Is Fort Myers warm or cold in August?

Fort Myers is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°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 Fort Myers, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Fort Myers in August

Water in Fort Myers in August is Very warm. It varies from +29°C to +32°C, with an average of +30°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +32°C.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Fort Myers are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +30°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +19°C.

Can you swim in Fort Myers in August?

You can definitely swim in Fort Myers in August, the water is very warm (+30°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Fort Myers in August

Fort Myers weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+32°C+32°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+22°C+19°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+36°C+35°C
Rainfall
239 mm278 mm236 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+30°C+30°C+29°C
Humidity
78%79%79%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
223
Cloudy days
111
Rainy days
91012
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +32°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 239 mm to 278 mm. Humidity rises from 78% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Fort Myers in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Fort Myers is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Fort Myers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 87%, leading to total precipitation of around 290 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 44 mm, which is moderate rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 27 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
August is one of the rainiest months in Fort Myers, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Fort Myers wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Fort Myers?

This is the weather in Fort Myers in August 2023:
1 August
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+33°C
2 August
☀️
+34°C
3 August
☀️
+34°C
4 August
☀️
+34°C
5 August
☀️
+33°C
6 August
☀️
+34°C
7 August
☀️
+36°C
8 August
☀️
+36°C
9 August
☀️
+35°C
10 August
☀️
+35°C
11 August
☀️
+34°C
12 August
☀️
+36°C
13 August
🌧️
+34°C
14 August
☀️
+34°C
15 August
☀️
+35°C
16 August
☀️
+34°C
17 August
🌧️
+33°C
18 August
☀️
+32°C
19 August
☀️
+35°C
20 August
☀️
+32°C
21 August
☀️
+33°C
22 August
☀️
+35°C
23 August
☀️
+35°C
24 August
☀️
+34°C
25 August
☀️
+35°C
26 August
☀️
+35°C
27 August
☀️
+34°C
28 August
☀️
+33°C
29 August
☀️
+31°C
30 August
🌧️
+32°C
31 August
🌧️
+33°C
In August 2023 Fort Myers had 27 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +34°C, with an absolute maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Fort Myers climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Fort Myers in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+27°C) and the highest in 2023 (+30°C). The driest year was 1997 with only 1050 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2546 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Myers in August:

Is August a good time to visit Fort Myers?

It’s always a good time to visit Fort Myers, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Fort Myers in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Fort Myers. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Can you swim in Fort Myers in August?

Yes, you can swim in Fort Myers in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +30°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Fort Myers rainy in August?

Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fort Myers in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Fort Myers

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Myers, 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.