Month guide · Savannah · United States
Savannah in August
What August is really like in Savannah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: John Muir, Public domain
Quick answer
August is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 13.3 hours of daylight. Very hot, stormy and quiet in town; hurricane season becomes more active.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in August
August is the 3rd-warmest month in Savannah: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 31 days. Compared with July (33°C (91°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:49
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 20:09
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Summer (June–August). Hot and humid with afternoon thunderstorms; time sightseeing for mornings and evenings and head to Tybee Island in between.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 2 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in March). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Savannah, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Pin Point
Pin Point Heritage Museum
In a former oyster and crab cannery on the marsh south of the city, this museum tells the story of Pin Point, a Gullah Geechee community founded by freed people after the Civil War.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Nature
Historic site · North Historic District
Owens–Thomas House and Slave Quarters
A Telfair combination ticket covers this house, the Telfair Academy and the Jepson Center.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
Museum · North Historic District
Telfair Academy and Jepson Center
Telfair Academy, a Regency mansion on Telfair Square, opened as one of the oldest public art museums in the South and shows 19th- and 20th-century American and European art.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
- Kids
- Architecture
Historic site · South Historic District
Mercer Williams House
Even if you skip the tour, the view of the house across Monterey Square at dusk is one of the best in town.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Savannah.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 22°C and 13 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Savannah?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, March–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Savannah in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Savannah?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Very hot, stormy and quiet in town; hurricane season becomes more active.
+How warm is Savannah in August?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Savannah in August?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.