Theodore Roosevelt in August: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
Peak crowds · VisitWhen score 61/100 · #8 of 12 months
August is peak season — expect the year's biggest crowds at Theodore Roosevelt National Park: crowds run 93% of the July peak (149,801 average visits), days average 85°F with 14.3 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in August
Theodore Roosevelt averages 149,801 recreation visits in August — 93% of what July, the peak month, draws. Plan lodging and entries with that in mind — book early and start days at dawn.
Weather & daylight
Expect warm days (highs average 85°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 53°F). It is typically dry (1.4″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 14.3 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station MEDORA, ND US (5 mi from park coordinates, 2,268 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of August.
What to pack for Theodore Roosevelt in August
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Sun protection and 2L+ water per person — highs average 85°F
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
Looking for a better window? The computed best months for Theodore Roosevelt are April and May.
Common questions
Is Theodore Roosevelt crowded in August?
Yes — August runs 93% of Theodore Roosevelt's peak, averaging 149,801 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Theodore Roosevelt in August?
Average highs of 85°F, lows of 53°F, 1.4″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, MEDORA, ND US station).
What should I pack for Theodore Roosevelt in August?
Sun protection and 2L+ water per person; Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in August · Last verified 2026-07-16