August weather forecast
Fort Bragg, CA

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Colorful and shiny stone and glass pebbles blanket at the beach in Fort Bragg, California
Colorful and shiny stone and glass pebbles blanket at the beach in Fort Bragg, California

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in Fort Bragg, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55°F (12.8°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, an average high temperature of a still enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) is noted, consistent with that of July. Fort Bragg throughout August, records an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

June through August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Fort Bragg, in August, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In Fort Bragg, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:47 pm PDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Fort Bragg.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during August leads to these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort Bragg are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Fort Bragg, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

What is the driest month?

June through August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in August?

In Fort Bragg, in August, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the water temperature in August?

In August, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Bragg have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:47 pm PDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (67.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average pressure in August - Fort Bragg, 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 August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average wind speed in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average humidity in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average rainfall in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average snowfall in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average sea temperature in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average sea temperature in August: 54.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (52.1°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fort Bragg, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average UV index in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
Fort Bragg, CA

Average visibility in August - Fort Bragg, 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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