The month in detail
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Orlando sees high temperatures (31°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 57% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
August ranks 12 out of 12 months in Orlando.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
24°
Daylight
13.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Orlando is April (8.7/10), 4.1 pts higher than August.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · USA
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMay · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 57%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in August
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Location
Where is Orlando ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
USATemperate climate with a 8.7 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.54°N · 81.38°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Orlando?
March is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 16.0°C lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 16.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Orlando get in March?
Orlando averages 7.4 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Orlando?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Orlando in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 16.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Orlando good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Orlando scores 7.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.2/10.
When should you avoid Orlando?
August is the most difficult month to visit Orlando, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Orlando in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Orlando (high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.