August weather forecast
Morro Bay, CA

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The iconic Morro Rock, a famous tourist spot in Morro Bay, California
The iconic Morro Rock, a famous tourist spot in Morro Bay, California

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Morro Bay, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and an average high of 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.1°F (24.5°C), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Morro Bay's nights in August experience an average temperature drop to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

August and October, with an average ocean temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C), are months with the warmest seawater in Morro Bay.
Note: Beware when you're in 58.6°F (14.8°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Morro Bay is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Morro Bay, California, the average sunshine in August is 11.9h.

UV index

August is the month with the highest UV index in Morro Bay, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Morro Bay in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Morro Bay, is 76.1°F (24.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, the average relative humidity in August is 66%.

What is the driest month in Morro Bay?

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically collects 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Morro Bay?

In August, in Morro Bay, California, the rain falls for 0.7 days. Throughout August, 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What are the months with the warmest ocean in Morro Bay?

The months with the warmest seawater in Morro Bay, California, are August and October, with an average ocean temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

How cold is the water in August in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, the average seawater temperature in August is 58.6°F (14.8°C). Swimming in 58.6°F (14.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Morro Bay have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Morro Bay?

On the first day of August in Morro Bay, California, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Morro Bay have in August?

In Morro Bay, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Morro Bay?

With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Morro Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Morro Bay, California, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average temperature in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average pressure in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average wind speed in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average humidity in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (61%).

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Average rainfall in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average rainfall in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average sea temperature in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average sea temperature in August: 58.6°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and October (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (54.3°F).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average UV index in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in August
Morro Bay, CA

Average visibility in August - Morro Bay, 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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