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Berkeley Weather in August

August in Berkeley averages 23°C (73°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. With just 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of rainfall on average, it doesn't get much drier than this.

Rainfall in Berkeley in August

As the driest month, it's a great time for hiking and exploring the area. You can expect rain on roughly a single day based on historical data, averaging 0.5 mm (0.02 in) for the month. On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.

Temperature in Berkeley in August

August is a good time to be in Berkeley. Days are perfect, reaching 23°C (73°F), with nights around 12°C (54°F). August is typically considered a summer month. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Berkeley in August

With approximately 288 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Berkeley.

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Berkeley Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.5 mm (0.02 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 288 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 68% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Berkeley in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Berkeley in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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