August weather forecast
Chico, CA

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Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California
Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Chico, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 93.4°F (34.1°C).

Temperature

Chico starts August with an average high-temperature of a tropical 93.4°F (34.1°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from July. A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted in Chico during the month of August, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Chico is 33%.

Rainfall

In Chico, during August, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Chico, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Chico, the average sunshine in August is 11.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Chico in August?

In Chico, 93.4°F (34.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Chico?

In Chico, the average relative humidity in August is 33%.

How much does it rain in Chico in August?

In Chico, in August, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chico?

January through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Chico?

The average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Chico?

On the first day of August in Chico, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chico have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Chico?

In Chico, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Chico, CA

Average temperature in August - Chico, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 93.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

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Average pressure in August
Chico, CA

Average pressure in August - Chico, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Chico, CA

Average wind speed in August - Chico, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Chico, CA

Average humidity in August - Chico, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

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Average rainfall in August
Chico, CA

Average rainfall in August - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in August
Chico, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Chico, CA

Average snowfall in August - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Chico, CA

Average snowfall days in August - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chico, CA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chico, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Chico, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Chico, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Chico, CA

Average UV index in August - Chico, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Chico, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Chico, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in August
Chico, CA

Average visibility in August - Chico, 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).

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