August weather forecast
Redwood City, CA

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The intricate design of the organized Redwood City in California, with a scenic view of the harbor and the rest of the city
The intricate design of the organized Redwood City in California, with a scenic view of the harbor and the rest of the city

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in Redwood City, California, with an average temperature varying between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

July and August are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 73°F (22.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Redwood City is 73%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Redwood City, California, are July and August Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

Ocean temperature

August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C), are months with the warmest seawater in Redwood City.
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 57.7°F (14.3°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In Redwood City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Redwood City is 11.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Redwood City are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Redwood City?

July and August are the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the average August temperature in Redwood City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Redwood City, California, during August are 73°F (22.8°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Redwood City?

The average relative humidity in August in Redwood City, California, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Redwood City?

The months with the least rainfall in Redwood City are July and August Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in Redwood City?

In Redwood City, during August, the rain falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

What months are the ocean warmest in Redwood City?

The months with the warmest seawater in Redwood City are August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

How cold is the water in August in Redwood City?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Redwood City, California, is 57.7°F (14.3°C). Swimming in 57.7°F (14.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Redwood City have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Redwood City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Redwood City, California, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Redwood City?

In Redwood City, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Redwood City?

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in Redwood City?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Redwood City, CA

Average temperature in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 73°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46°F).

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Average pressure in August
Redwood City, CA

Average pressure in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Redwood City, CA

Average wind speed in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Redwood City, CA

Average humidity in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
Redwood City, CA

Average rainfall in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in August
Redwood City, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Redwood City, CA

Average sea temperature in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average sea temperature in August: 57.7°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.4°F).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Redwood City, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • 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: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Redwood City, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Redwood City, CA

Average UV index in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Redwood City, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Redwood City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Redwood City, CA

Average visibility in August - Redwood City, 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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