Month guide · Las Vegas · United States
Las Vegas in August
What August is really like in Las Vegas: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
August is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 39°C (102°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 13.5 hours of daylight. Extreme heat continues, with occasional monsoon storms and flash floods; midweek hotel rates are often at their lowest.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 39°C (102°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 13.5 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Las Vegas: days average 39°C (102°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 31 days. Compared with July (40°C (104°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 35°C (95°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 05:59
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 19:32
- Daylight
- About 13.5 hours
Spring (March–May). Warm, dry and the most comfortable season for hiking and pools, with spring break, pool-club openings and festivals bringing busy weekends.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 3 for crowds (the peak is May at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in May). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Las Vegas, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Viewpoint · North Strip
The STRAT SkyPod
The STRAT's 350-metre tower at the northern end of the Strip is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- After dark
- Active
Garden · Center Strip
Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Go early in the morning, when the conservatory is quiet and the light through the glass roof is soft.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Couples
- Photo spot
- Rainy day
Experience · Center Strip
Sphere
Opened in 2023 behind The Venetian, the Sphere is a 112-metre-high spherical venue whose exterior, the Exosphere, is covered in LED panels showing animations visible across the city.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- After dark
- Rainy day
Architecture · Center Strip
The Venetian and the Grand Canal Shoppes
Walking the indoor canal is free; book a gondola ride only if you want the full serenade.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Couples
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Architecture
- Shopping
What to pack
For highs near 39°C, lows near 25°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Las Vegas?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, March–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Las Vegas?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Extreme heat continues, with occasional monsoon storms and flash floods; midweek hotel rates are often at their lowest.
+How warm is Las Vegas in August?
Average highs are around 39°C (102°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Las Vegas in August?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.