August weather forecastDana Point, CA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Dana Point, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.3°F (17.4°C) and an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C).Temperature
As Dana Point, California, welcomes August, the average high-temperature is noted at a still moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. In Dana Point, an average temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) is noted during August nights.Humidity
In Dana Point, California, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In Dana Point, during August, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Dana Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 71.1 days and collects up to 9.69" (246mm) of precipitation.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.Note: Swimming in 68.2°F (20.1°C) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Dana Point is 13h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of August, in Dana Point, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:16 pm PDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Dana Point are July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average high temperature in August: 75.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (51.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (61%).
Average rainfall in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average rainfall in August: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average rainfall days in August: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.6 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average sea temperature in August: 68.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (58.9°F).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average sunshine days in August: 22.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Dana Point, CA
- Average cloud cover in August: 12
The months with the most cloud cover are March and May (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in August
Dana Point, 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).
