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    Typical August conditions on the Fort Myers coast

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    Fort Myers Weather in August

    92°F / 76°F · 9.4" rain · 87°F Gulf

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    Last updated Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell

    August climate at a glance

    Average high

    92°F

    Average low

    76°F

    Gulf water

    87°F

    Rainfall

    9.4"

    Rainy days

    17

    Sunny days

    16

    UV index

    11

    Dew point

    75°F

    Tropical risk

    Moderate

    Sunrise

    7:00 AM

    Sunset

    8:03 PM

    Daylight

    13 hrs

    Temperature and rainfall figures are 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Fort Myers / Page Field station. Gulf water temperatures are nearshore averages; sunrise, sunset and daylight are mid-month values for 26.64°N, 81.87°W.

    How the rain actually falls in August

    Wettest month on average — 9.4 inches, still mostly in afternoon bursts rather than all-day rain.

    What to wear in Fort Myers in August

    Lightest possible clothing, rain shell, and a backup indoor plan for afternoons.

    Can you swim in August?

    Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 87°F in August — yes for most visitors. Shallow nearshore flats run several degrees warmer than the offshore reading by mid-afternoon.

    Hurricane and storm risk in August

    Named-storm risk in August is moderate. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with the climatological peak around September 10. Outside those months, tropical impact on Fort Myers is effectively nil.

    August weather records

    Fort Myers August temperature and precipitation summary
    MeasureValue
    Average high92°F
    Average low76°F
    Record high (Page Field)100°F
    Record low (Page Field)66°F
    Average rainfall9.4 in
    Rainy days17
    Mostly sunny days16
    Average afternoon dew point75°F
    Peak UV index11
    Gulf water temperature87°F
    HumidityVery high
    Named-storm riskModerate

    Planning a trip in August?

    Our August trip guide covers crowds, hotel pricing, events and whether the month is worth booking — not just the weather.

    Read the full Fort Myers in August guide

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the weather like in Fort Myers in August?

    Fort Myers weather in August averages 92°F highs and 76°F lows with 9.4 inches of rain over 17 days and 87°F Gulf water — the wettest, most humid month, with tropical activity ramping up.

    How hot does it get in Fort Myers in August?

    Fort Myers averages a high of 92°F in August, with an average low of 76°F. The record high for the month at Page Field is 100°F and the record low is 66°F.

    Does it rain a lot in Fort Myers in August?

    August averages 9.4 inches of rain across about 17 days. Wettest month on average — 9.4 inches, still mostly in afternoon bursts rather than all-day rain.

    How warm is the Gulf water in Fort Myers in August?

    Nearshore Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 87°F in August — yes for swimming.

    What should I wear in Fort Myers in August?

    Lightest possible clothing, rain shell, and a backup indoor plan for afternoons.

    What time does the sun set in Fort Myers in August?

    Mid-August sunset in Fort Myers is around 8:03 PM, with sunrise at 7:00 AM and roughly 13 hours of daylight.

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