Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
87°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Fort Lauderdale
United States · North America
Fort Lauderdale is most comfortable in spring and winter. Summers are warm and winters are mild. Rainy season runs roughly May to October. Humidity is noticeable much of the year.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
64°F to 87°F
Rain
14 days/mo
Sunshine
10.4 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Rain most days.
74%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
11.2 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
62%Aug share of very humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 92° and nights feel near 87°.
CoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
Sea temperature
86°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
35%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 85°F, easing to about 83°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning83°F
Feels 90°F
Rain30%
Cloud63%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityLow
Midday86°F
Feels 92°F
Rain41%
Cloud64%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon85°F
Feels 91°F
Rain50%
Cloud66%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening83°F
Feels 90°F
Rain36%
Cloud73%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
6 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology