SummerPeak season ~78°F highs

Things to do in Beckley in August

August is one of the best months to visit Beckley, with average highs around 78°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

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

unit of the United States National Park System in West Virginia

2Long days outdoors

Beartown State Park

State park in West Virginia, United States

3Long days outdoors

Also great in August in West Virginia

Wheeling Parkersburg

Beckley in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Beckley?

August is one of the best months to visit Beckley, with average highs around 78°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

What is the weather like in Beckley in August?

Average daytime highs are around 78°F, compared with 83°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 Beckley in August?

Top picks for August: New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Beartown State Park, Bluestone Lake Wildlife Management Area, Bluestone State Park, Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park.