Theodore Roosevelt in August: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
Peak crowds · VisitWhen score 61/100 · #8 of 12 months
August is peak season — the 2nd-busiest month of the year, at Theodore Roosevelt National Park: crowds run 93% of the July peak (149,801 average visits). Weather: highs average 85°F and lows 53°F, with 1.4″ of precipitation and 14.3 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
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Bring for Theodore Roosevelt in August
- A light layer you can shed by midday (long sleeve or windbreaker)See it on AmazonWhy: a 32°F swing between the average low of 53°F and high of 85°F.
- Sun protection and 2L+ water per personSee it on AmazonWhy: highs average 85°F.
- Sturdy, broken-in hiking bootsSee it on AmazonWhy: every park, every month.
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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.
- A light layer you can shed by midday (long sleeve or windbreaker) — a 32°F swing between the average low of 53°F and high of 85°F
- 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
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Looking for a better window? The computed best months for Theodore Roosevelt are April and May.
Also at their best in August
Other parks whose computed August verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- Guadalupe Mountains in August — 28% of peak crowds, highs 84°F, score 80/100
- Lassen Volcanic in August — 56% of peak crowds, highs 78°F, score 77/100
- Bryce Canyon in August — 81% of peak crowds, highs 78°F, score 68/100
- Redwood in August — 85% of peak crowds, highs 66°F, score 67/100
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). See every month at Theodore Roosevelt.
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). Compare it with other national parks in August.
What should I pack for Theodore Roosevelt in August?
A light layer you can shed by midday (long sleeve or windbreaker); 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. Going in September instead? Theodore Roosevelt in September has its own list.
See also: the best national parks to visit in August · Last verified 2026-09-24