SummerOff season ~90°F highs

Things to do in Jackson in August

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Jackson, with average highs around 90°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

Plan a August weekend Where else in August

Best picks for August

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in August.

USS Cairo

1861 City-class ironclad

2Long days outdoors

Holmes County State Park

state park in the U.S. state of Mississippi

3Long days outdoors

Lefleur's Bluff State Park

State park in Mississippi, United States

Jackson in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Jackson?

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Jackson, with average highs around 90°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

What is the weather like in Jackson in August?

Average daytime highs are around 90°F, compared with 92°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Jackson in August?

Top picks for August: USS Cairo, Holmes County State Park, Lefleur's Bluff State Park, Natchez National Historical Park, Natchez National Historical Park - Fort Rosalie.