August weather forecast
Durham, CA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Durham, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 93.4°F (34.1°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Durham reports an average high-temperature of a tropical 93.4°F (34.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. August nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 33%.

Rainfall

In Durham, in August, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Durham, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Durham, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Durham, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Durham, the average sunshine in August is 11.9h.

UV index

In Durham, California, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Durham in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 93.4°F (34.1°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in June is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Durham?

In Durham, California, the average relative humidity in August is 33%.

How many days does it rain in August in Durham?

In August, in Durham, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout August, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Durham?

In Durham, California, snow does not fall in January through November.

What is the average length of the day in August in Durham?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Durham?

On the first day of August in Durham, California, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Durham?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.9h.

How high is the UV index in August in Durham?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Durham is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Durham, CA

Average temperature in August - Durham, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 93.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

Average pressure in August
Durham, CA

Average pressure in August - Durham, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Durham, CA

Average wind speed in August - Durham, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Durham, CA

Average humidity in August - Durham, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

Average rainfall in August
Durham, CA

Average rainfall in August - Durham, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in August
Durham, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Durham, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Durham, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Durham, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Durham, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Durham, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Durham, CA

Average UV index in August - Durham, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Durham, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Durham, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Durham, CA

Average visibility in August - Durham, 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).

Durham, California, USA

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