Wedding Weather in Cape Cod

Historical weather statistics for August 26.

Average Temperature

20.3°C

Min: 19.4°C | Max: 21.2°C

After dark

19.4°C

18% of years dropped below 18 °C

Rain Risk

28%

Rain of ≥1 mm · 450 days analysed

Heavy rain (≥5 mm): 13%

Precipitation

2.67 mm

Daily average 1996-2025

Average wind

28 km/h

Max 39 km/h · Moderate wind — rethink tall floral arches

Top 3 dates to get married in Cape Cod in August

Based on 30 years of historical weather, these are the dates with the best combination of temperature and lowest rain risk.

Moderate risk: have an optional Plan B

28% rain

With between 15% and 35% historical rain, it's unlikely but it can happen. A solid covered alternative avoids scares.

  • 1

    Reserve an indoor hall with capacity for all guests as backup.

  • 2

    Talk to your wedding planner about whether the ceremony can move indoors with 2h notice.

  • 3

    Consider a clear marquee (that doesn't break the aesthetic) if the venue allows it.

  • 4

    Communicate the Plan B in the itinerary so guests know where to go.

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Weather History for August 26 in Cape Cod

Real weather data recorded on this date, year by year.

2011
Temp.21.5°C
Min/Max20.9°C / 22.3°C
Rain1.24 mm
2012
Temp.20.6°C
Min/Max20°C / 21.3°C
Rain0 mm
2013
Temp.20.7°C
Min/Max20.1°C / 21.1°C
Rain1.27 mm
2014
Temp.19.6°C
Min/Max18.7°C / 20.4°C
Rain0 mm
2015
Temp.22.8°C
Min/Max21.9°C / 23.4°C
Rain2.16 mm
2016
Temp.23°C
Min/Max22.2°C / 23.6°C
Rain0.59 mm
2017
Temp.20°C
Min/Max19.5°C / 20.5°C
Rain0.04 mm
2018
Temp.21.1°C
Min/Max19.6°C / 22.2°C
Rain0.04 mm
2019
Temp.18.9°C
Min/Max18.4°C / 19.5°C
Rain0 mm
2020
Temp.20.7°C
Min/Max19.2°C / 22.3°C
Rain0 mm
2021
Temp.23.8°C
Min/Max22.8°C / 24.7°C
Rain0 mm
2022
Temp.22.5°C
Min/Max21.7°C / 23.4°C
Rain2.04 mm
2023
Temp.20.9°C
Min/Max20.2°C / 21.8°C
Rain6.23 mm
2024
Temp.20.8°C
Min/Max20°C / 21.5°C
Rain5.96 mm
2025
Temp.20.6°C
Min/Max19.7°C / 21.7°C
Rain0.02 mm

Across 450 days analysed (30 years of history for this date plus the 7 days either side), it rained 28% of the time (≥1 mm).

Attire & Styling Recommendations

Perfect Weather Wedding: Perfect temperature. Allows total freedom in bridal gown designs (strapless, sleeveless, flowing chiffon). Guests will feel comfortable without extra layers, and standard suits will be perfect.

Mild nights: average low of 19 °C and only 18% of years below 18 °C.

Fluid chiffon or satinTotal style freedomOutdoor cocktail reception

Photography & Golden Hour

Sunset18:27
Golden Hour17:37 - 18:27

Estimated sunset at 18:27 (local solar time). Schedule your ceremony around 16:27 to capture the golden hour (17:37 - 18:27) in your photos.

Time computed from solar astronomy. Civil time (with DST and political timezones) may differ by ±1h.

Annual Averages: Month-by-Month in Cape Cod

Plan ahead. Compare average temperatures, historical rain days, and the weather comfort index (Quality score) calculated for each month of the year.

MonthAvg TempMin / MaxRainy Days (Avg)Rain RiskComfort Score
January2.3°C0.4°C / 4.2°C10.8 days35%1 / 10
February2°C0.2°C / 3.8°C9.8 days34%1 / 10
March3.6°C2.1°C / 5.2°C10.2 days33%1 / 10
April7°C5.8°C / 8.3°C10.4 days35%1.2 / 10
May11°C10°C / 12.2°C10.1 days33%3 / 10
June16°C15°C / 17.1°C9.8 days33%5 / 10
July20.1°C19.2°C / 21.2°C9.3 days30%6.9 / 10
August20.7°C19.8°C / 21.6°C9.8 days31%7 / 10
September18.4°C17.4°C / 19.4°C8.5 days28%6.3 / 10
October14.1°C12.9°C / 15.4°C10.1 days33%4.2 / 10
November9.3°C7.7°C / 10.8°C9.2 days31%2.4 / 10
December5.2°C3.5°C / 7.1°C11.1 days36%1 / 10
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