August Weather in Yosemite Valley

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Yosemite Valley, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (62°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (42°F). Typically, the humidity level in Yosemite Valley throughout August hovers around 30%.

5°C (42°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (62°F)

Average temperature

27°C (81°F)

Maximum temperature

30%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Yosemite Valley averages 17 mm (0.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 5 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 32 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 44 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 92% probability of sunny days during this period.

17 mm (0.7 inches)

Precipitation

5 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 44 minutes

Sunshine hours

92%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Yosemite Valley reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 1 2 4 6 9 11 11 10 8 6 3 2 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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