August weather forecast
San Rafael, CA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in San Rafael, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.2°F (21.8°C) and min 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August introduces an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. The low-temperature average for San Rafael during August stands at a moderate 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

June through September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:40 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

April, June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in San Rafael. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in San Rafael?

The high-temperature, in August, in San Rafael, records 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the average humidity in August in San Rafael?

In August, the average relative humidity in San Rafael is 76%.

What is the driest month in San Rafael?

The months with the least rainfall in San Rafael, California, are June through September Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, in August, during 1.2 rainfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In San Rafael, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in San Rafael?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:40 pm PDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in August in San Rafael is 10.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in San Rafael?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
San Rafael, CA

Average temperature in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (45.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
San Rafael, CA

Average pressure in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
San Rafael, CA

Average wind speed in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
San Rafael, CA

Average humidity in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
San Rafael, CA

Average rainfall in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in August
San Rafael, CA

Average rainfall days in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (1.2 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
San Rafael, CA

Average sunshine days in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
San Rafael, CA

Average UV index in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in August
San Rafael, CA

Average cloud cover in August - San Rafael, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in August
San Rafael, CA

Average visibility in August - San Rafael, 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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