SummerOff season ~92°F highs

Things to do in Yakima in August

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Yakima, with average highs around 92°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.

1Long days outdoors

Mount Rainier National Park

national park of the United States

2Long days outdoors

Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park

state park in Washington State, USA

3Long days outdoors

Also great in August in Washington

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Yakima in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Yakima?

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Yakima, with average highs around 92°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

What is the weather like in Yakima in August?

Average daytime highs are around 92°F, compared with 93°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 Yakima in August?

Top picks for August: Mount Rainier National Park, Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park, Columbia National Wildlife Refuge, Goat Rocks Wilderness, Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park.