Nantucket weather in August
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 22°C and lows of 20°C, with around 8 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Nantucket. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
22°C
Average low
20°C
Rainy days
8 days
Best months to visit
August
What to do in Nantucket in August
Whatever the weather, Nantucket rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Explore
Dine
Culture
Nature
Shopping
Day trips
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
4C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
May
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
July
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August (you are here)
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
September
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
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