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Gainesville, FL Weather on August 26
August 26th in Gainesville, FL typically brings hot summer weather, with average highs around 91°F and lows near 72°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 1982 (86°F average), while the coldest was 1972 (74°F) — a 12°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 44% of August 26th dates historically, with the wettest August 26th recording 3.17" of rain. The last decade has been 2.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Gainesville, FL? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
August 26 Weather Records for Gainesville
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Gainesville, FL is 96°F, set in 2023.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 63°F in 1997.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 39 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Gainesville?
The warmest August 26 in Gainesville, FL reached 96°F in 2023. That is 5°F above the long-term average high of 91°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Gainesville?
The coldest August 26 in Gainesville, FL dropped to 63°F in 1997. That is 9°F below the long-term average low of 72°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Gainesville?
On August 26, Gainesville averages a high of 91°F and a low of 72°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from GAINESVILLE 3 WSW.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Gainesville?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Gainesville, FL, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Gainesville
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 93°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 93°F | 73°F | 1.21" | -- |
| 2023 | 96°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 92°F | 73°F | 0.16" | -- |
| 2021 | 88°F | 72°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2020 | 95°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 93°F | 72°F | 2.24" | -- |
| 2018 | 93°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 90°F | 76°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2016 | 92°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 93°F | 72°F | 1.13" | -- |
| 2014 | 91°F | 71°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2013 | 89°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 89°F | 71°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 2011 | 96°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 89°F | 74°F | 1.01" | -- |
| 2009 | 89°F | 71°F | 0.34" | -- |
| 2008 | 92°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 88°F | 71°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2006 | 92°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 86°F | 74°F | 1.39" | -- |
| 2004 | 91°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 91°F | 71°F | 0.65" | -- |
| 2002 | 90°F | 73°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2001 | 91°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 93°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 93°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 94°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 89°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 91°F | 77°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1994 | 85°F | 68°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1993 | 90°F | 71°F | 0.39" | -- |
| 1992 | 89°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 93°F | 73°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1990 | 93°F | 71°F | 0.5" | -- |
| 1989 | 91°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 83°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 96°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 94°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 93°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 87°F | 71°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1983 | 96°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 96°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 87°F | 69°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 1979 | 93°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 93°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 92°F | 73°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1976 | 92°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 94°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 93°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 93°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 79°F | 69°F | 3.17" | -- |
| 1971 | 89°F | 70°F | 0.87" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: GAINESVILLE 3 WSW
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Gainesville, FL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.