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August Rainfall Precipitation in California

California is a region in the United States of America. In August precipitation ranges from almost none in Sacramento with 0 mm of rainfall to low in Needles with 16 mm of rainfall. It is the driest month of the year.

Where and how much does it rain in California in August?

Find the average total precipitation in August for the most popular destinations in California on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Legend heavy rainfall high moderate low almost none
Heavy rainfall has been defined as more than 160 mm precipitation. High: 90 mm to 160 mm. Moderate: 30 mm to 90 mm. Low: 5 mm to 30 mm.

  • How much rainfall does California receive in August?
  • In general in August it hardly rains in Los Angeles at all. For people who want to avoid wet weather, it is a perfect month to visit. This particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

  • What is the wettest city in August in California?
  • Our data indicates that Needles holds the record for the most average rainfall with 16 mm.

  • What is the driest city in August in California?
  • Among all locations in our dataset, Sacramento has the lowest average precipitation at 0 mm.

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