August weather forecastBig Sur, CA
August
Weather in August
August bridges the gap between the high summer months and the approaching turn of the fall season in Big Sur. The warmth of July humbly recedes, giving way to slightly lessened, yet still warm temperatures. Additionally, August claims the distinction as the driest period, with a minimum rainfall of 0.04" (1mm) over 1.3 days. Amidst the dwindling heat and waning daylight hours, this month offers discerning visitors a subtly changing landscape accentuated by the striking hues of sunset over the pacific coast.Temperature
Big Sur, California, notes an average high-temperature of a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in August, displaying minor variation from July. The average temperature in Big Sur during August nights dips to a cool 55°F (12.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.Ocean temperature
August through October, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C), are months with the warmest seawater.Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:35 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Big Sur, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.UV index
June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Big Sur. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during August morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average high temperature in August: 68.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (69.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (46.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.04"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average sea temperature in August: 59°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March, April and May (54°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average sunshine days in August: 27.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in August
Big Sur, CA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
