August Weather in San Francisco

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in San Francisco, Mexico, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 29°C (84°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (78°F). Typically, the humidity level in San Francisco throughout August hovers around 78%.

26°C (78°F)

Minimum temperature

29°C (84°F)

Average temperature

31°C (88°F)

Maximum temperature

78%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, San Francisco averages 225 mm (8.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 57 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 17% probability of sunny days during this period.

225 mm (8.9 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 57 minutes

Sunshine hours

17%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in San Francisco reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 3 6 9 12 13 12 9 6 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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