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Oakland weather in August (California, United States of America)

Curious about the August weather in Oakland? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Oakland, August is characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 23°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.

Oakland in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 0 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 288 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Oakland climate page with graphs.

 

Oakland, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 288 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 68% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Oakland in August?

For visitors traveling to Oakland, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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