August weather forecast
San Clemente, CA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in San Clemente, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.2°F (25.1°C) and an average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 77.2°F (25.1°C), nearly identical to July's 75.6°F (24.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during August, averages of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout August, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In San Clemente, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.1 days and collects up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in San Clemente, with an average ocean temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).
Note: A surface water temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In San Clemente, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of August in San Clemente, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:16 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in San Clemente?

The high-temperature, in August, in San Clemente, records 77.2°F (25.1°C), while the low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C).

What is the average humidity in August in San Clemente?

In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in San Clemente in August?

In August, in San Clemente, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout August, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What month is the ocean warmest in San Clemente?

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average ocean temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

What is the ocean temperature in August in San Clemente?

In August, the average ocean temperature in San Clemente, California, is 68.2°F (20.1°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in August in San Clemente?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in San Clemente?

On the first day of August in San Clemente, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:16 pm PDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in San Clemente?

July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in San Clemente.

How long on average sun shines in August in San Clemente?

In August, the average sunshine duration in San Clemente is 11.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in San Clemente?

The months with the highest UV index in San Clemente are July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in San Clemente?

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

Average temperature in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
San Clemente, CA

Average pressure in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
San Clemente, CA

Average wind speed in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
San Clemente, CA

Average humidity in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (60%).

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Average rainfall in August
San Clemente, CA

Average rainfall in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in August
San Clemente, CA

Average rainfall days in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
San Clemente, CA

Average sea temperature in August - San Clemente, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
San Clemente, CA

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

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
San Clemente, CA

Average sunshine days in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
San Clemente, CA

Average UV index in August - San Clemente, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
San Clemente, CA

Average cloud cover in August - San Clemente, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 11

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 11).

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Average visibility in August
San Clemente, CA

Average visibility in August - San Clemente, 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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