Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in California, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (73°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in California throughout August hovers around 73%.
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In August, California averages 110 mm (4.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in California reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||