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San Diego weather in August (California, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in San Diego this August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

During August, San Diego is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C.

Precipitation

San Diego in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.6 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 1 day of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 295 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit San Diego.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit San Diego. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

San Diego, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 4%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.6 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 295 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 71%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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