August weather forecast
Salinas, CA

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Weather in August

Bearing the honor of the warmest month, temperatures in August average between 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C). The skies remain clear, contributing to the higher UV index of 5. Minimal rainfall of 0.04" (1mm) over 0.8 days allows for many outdoor activities. Despite the hot weather, Salinas enjoys a gentle breeze of 5mph (8km/h), offering its inhabitants a refreshing environment. The city's abundant sunshine makes it a popular summer destination.

Temperature

During August and September, Salinas experiences its peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Humidity

In Salinas, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, in Salinas, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:35 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Salinas, California, are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Salinas?

The months of August and September bring the highest temperatures in Salinas, California, averaging a high of 76.1°F (24.5°C).

What is the temperature in August in Salinas?

In August, in Salinas, the average high-temperature is 76.1°F (24.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Salinas?

The average relative humidity in August in Salinas, California, is 71%.

What is the driest month in Salinas?

June and August are months with the least rain in Salinas, California, when the rain falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in Salinas?

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

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

The average day length in August in Salinas, California, is 13h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Salinas?

On the first day of August in Salinas, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:35 pm PDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Salinas?

The months with the most sunshine in Salinas, California, are July and August, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Salinas?

The average sunshine duration in August in Salinas is 12h.

When is the highest UV index in Salinas?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Salinas?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Salinas, CA

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (44.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Salinas, CA

Average pressure in August - Salinas, 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
Salinas, CA

Average wind speed in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Salinas, CA

Average humidity in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in August
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in August
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h

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

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Average sunshine days in August
Salinas, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Salinas, CA

Average UV index in August - Salinas, 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 February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Salinas, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Salinas, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in August
Salinas, CA

Average visibility in August - Salinas, 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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