August weather forecast
Palm Springs, CA

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Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California
Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California

Weather in August

August in Palm Springs continues to flaunt the high temperatures characteristic of California's summer. The city remains warm and dry, reflecting similar weather patterns to July. Despite experiencing around 14.1 hours of daylight, the temperature seldom dips, maintaining a steady high. Pristine blue skies reign throughout the month, providing perfect conditions for skywatching. Contrastingly, the breeze picks up at night, offering a refreshing coolness.

Temperature

Peak temperatures in Palm Springs are observed in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 93.4°F (34.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 28%, August is the least humid month in Palm Springs, California.

Rainfall

In August, in Palm Springs, California, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout August, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.9 rainfall days, and 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:12 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Palm Springs is 12h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Palm Springs. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Palm Springs?

The yearly peak temperatures in Palm Springs, California, occur in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 93.4°F (34.1°C).

How hot does it get in Palm Springs in August?

The high-temperature during August is 93.4°F (34.1°C) and the low-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Palm Springs?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 28%.

What is the average humidity in August in Palm Springs?

In August, the average relative humidity is 28%.

How much does it rain in Palm Springs in August?

In Palm Springs, California, in August, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Palm Springs?

In Palm Springs, the average day length in August is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Palm Springs?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:12 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Palm Springs?

The average sunshine duration in August in Palm Springs, California, is 12h.

When is the highest UV index in Palm Springs?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Palm Springs.

What is the UV index reading in August in Palm Springs?

In Palm Springs, California, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Palm Springs, CA

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average pressure in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average wind speed in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average humidity in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (28%).

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Average rainfall in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palm Springs, CA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average UV index in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average visibility in August - Palm Springs, 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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