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South San Francisco Weather in August

August in South San Francisco sees daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in South San Francisco in August

Historically, the month has about a single day of rain, averaging 0.7 mm (0.03 in) in total. If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in South San Francisco in August

August in South San Francisco is generally excellent, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights settling around 14°C (57°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°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 South San Francisco in August

There are approximately 288 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in South San Francisco in August

August sees wind speeds averaging 6 m/s (12 knots). You'll experience strong winds that cause whole trees to sway and require effort when walking against them. As an average, expect variation from moderate breezes to particularly windy days that affect daily routines.

Average water temperature in August

The water is 14°C (57°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for South San Francisco.

South San Francisco Temperature in August

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Water Temperature
14°C (57°F) *
Chance of Rain
4%
Precipitation
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
75% *
Windspeed
6 m/s (12 knots) *
Sunshine
288 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
68% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (4 KM, 2 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in August

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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 South San Francisco in August

For South San Francisco in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in South San Francisco in August

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

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

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