August weather forecast
Atherton, CA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in Atherton, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73°F (22.8°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The months of July and August are noted for their peak temperatures, with an average high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).

Humidity

In Atherton, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

Atherton witnesses its average highest temperatures during July and August, peaking at 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the usual temperature for Atherton in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 73°F (22.8°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Atherton, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the driest month in Atherton?

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in August?

In Atherton, during August, the rain falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Atherton have in August?

In Atherton, California, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Atherton have in August?

In Atherton, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Atherton, California, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Atherton, CA

Average temperature in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 73°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46°F).

Average pressure in August
Atherton, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Atherton, CA

Average wind speed in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (5.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Atherton, CA

Average humidity in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Atherton, CA

Average rainfall in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in August
Atherton, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Atherton, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Atherton, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Atherton, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Atherton, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
Atherton, CA

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

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

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