August weather forecast
La Jolla, CA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in La Jolla, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

The warmest month is August, with an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Humidity

In La Jolla, the average relative humidity in August is 67%.

Rainfall

In La Jolla, in August, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 57.9 rainfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 68°F (20°C).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 68°F (20°C). As water temperature falls below 69.8°F (21°C), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In La Jolla, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:14 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.9h.

UV index

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?

August is La Jolla's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and lows of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

What are August temperatures?

In La Jolla, 79.3°F (26.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 67%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In La Jolla, during August, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

What month is the ocean warmest?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 68°F (20°C).

How cold is the water in August?

In August, the average ocean temperature in La Jolla is 68°F (20°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 68°F (20°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in La Jolla, California, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:14 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
La Jolla, CA

Average temperature in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.2°F).

Average pressure in August
La Jolla, CA

Average pressure in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
La Jolla, CA

Average wind speed in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
La Jolla, CA

Average humidity in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (57%).

Average rainfall in August
La Jolla, CA

Average rainfall in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
La Jolla, CA

Average rainfall days in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.2 days).

Average sea temperature in August
La Jolla, CA

Average sea temperature in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average sea temperature in August: 67.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (58.7°F).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
La Jolla, CA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
La Jolla, CA

Average sunshine days in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.2 days).

Average UV index in August
La Jolla, CA

Average UV index in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
La Jolla, CA

Average cloud cover in August - La Jolla, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
La Jolla, CA

Average visibility in August - La Jolla, 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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