August weather forecast
Alturas, CA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Alturas, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.6°F (28.1°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C), maintaining a close comparison with July's 84°F (28.9°C). Alturas's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in August.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 34%.

Rainfall

In Alturas, California, in August, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alturas, snow does not fall in July and August.

Daylight

In Alturas, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

In Alturas, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Alturas in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 82.6°F (28.1°C) and a low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 34%.

What is the average humidity in August in Alturas?

In Alturas, the average relative humidity in August is 34%.

How much does it rain in Alturas in August?

In Alturas, in August, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

July and August are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in August?

In Alturas, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Alturas have in August?

In Alturas, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alturas have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Alturas, CA

Average temperature in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in August
Alturas, CA

Average pressure in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Alturas, CA

Average wind speed in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Alturas, CA

Average humidity in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 34%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

Average rainfall in August
Alturas, CA

Average rainfall in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in August
Alturas, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Alturas, CA

Average snowfall in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Alturas, CA

Average snowfall days in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alturas, CA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alturas, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Alturas, CA

Average UV index in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Alturas, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
Alturas, CA

Average visibility in August - Alturas, CA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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