California in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in California in august 2025
Here, check out the weather forecast for august for most popular cities in California. These forecasts are statistics for the month of august from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in august in Los Angeles
perfect weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
74°F
Clear/Sunny
85% of time
11%
3%
2%
Weather at 12pm
85°F
Clear/Sunny
91% of time
8%
2%
1%
Weather at 6pm
77°F
Clear/Sunny
90% of time
8%
2%
1%
Weather at 3am
70°F
86%
12%
2%
1%
Where to go in California in august?
Where to go in California in august: destination map
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Where should you go in California in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in California in august ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.
In august the weather is perfect in California, but only in a few cities: in Los Angeles , Morro Bay, Lompoc, Carlsbad, San Francisco, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lake Tahoe, Malibu, Temecula, Huntington Beach, Santa Monica, Newport Beach, Oxnard, Mammoth Lakes, Napa Valley, Hollywood, San Luis Obispo, San Jose, Lone Pine, San Clemente, Big Pine, Chula Vista, San Bernardino, San Diego, Topanga and Redding. In this part of the country, these perfect weather conditions will allow you to enjoy a maximum your travel: the sun is guaranteed, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is endurable. It is therefore the ideal month to visit these cities!
Please note that the weather is still favorable in the cities of Sacramento, Palm Springs, Bakersfield, Death Valley National Park, Bodega Bay, Moss Beach, Visalia, McKinleyville, Yosemite National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Pacific Grove and Fort Bragg. In these cities, temperatures are still attractive and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.
Climate in California in august
Climate in Los Angeles in august
In august, the mean temperature in Los Angeles (California) is 81°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate is very hot here in the month of august. It almost never rains during this month. You will not get wet during your holidays!
With a perfect weather, august is a recommended month to go in that area in United States.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 69°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (1%) | ||
| Humidity | 61% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 6% | ||
| Length of day | 13:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in San Francisco in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in San Francisco is 68°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite pleasant around this city in this month. It's raining really exceptionally during august. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain for your journey!
With a perfect weather, august is a recommended month to go in this locality in United States.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 13:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Palm Springs in august
In august, the mean temperature in Palm Springs is 88°F (maximum temperature is 95°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in that area in the month of august. With about 1.7in over 3 days, rain may be scarce for your holidays.
With a good weather, the month of august is a good month to go in that area.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 88°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 95°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||
| Humidity | 31% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 7% | ||
| Length of day | 13:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in San Diego in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in San Diego is 77°F (maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate quite comfortable in this city in the month of august. It almost never rains during the month of august. You will not get wet during your holidays!
With ideal weather conditions, august is a recommended month to go in this locality.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 77°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 69°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 71% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 9% | ||
| Length of day | 13:20 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Yosemite National Park in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Yosemite National Park is 68°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate quite pleasant here in the month of august. With barely 0.9in over 1 days, rain may be scarce throughout your stay.
With a good climate, the month of august is a recommended month to go in that area.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 35% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 7% | ||
| Length of day | 13:37 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
All cities in California in august
| Los Angeles in august | perfect weather |
| San Francisco in august | perfect weather |
| Palm Springs in august | perfect weather |
| San Diego in august | perfect weather |
| Yosemite National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Angeles National Forest in august | perfect weather |
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in august | good weather |
| Big Sur in august | perfect weather |
| Cambria in august | perfect weather |
| Carmel-by-the-Sea in august | perfect weather |
| Channel Islands National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Chico in august | perfect weather |
| Cleveland National Forest in august | perfect weather |
| Crescent City in august | perfect weather |
| Death Valley National Park in august | tolerable weather |
| Encinitas in august | perfect weather |
| Eureka in august | perfect weather |
| Furnace Creek in august | tolerable weather |
| Gaviota in august | perfect weather |
| Golden Gate National Recreation Area in august | perfect weather |
| Gualala in august | perfect weather |
Weather data for California in august:
Weather data for California in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in California. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in California can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to California.