August weather forecast
Lake Nacimiento, CA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Lake Nacimiento, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 86.9°F (30.5°C).

Temperature

With August's advent, Lake Nacimiento, California, sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.9°F (30.5°C), subtly shifted from July's 87.1°F (30.6°C). Nightfall in August introduces a considerable dip in temperature, settling at an average of 60.8°F (16°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lake Nacimiento, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Lake Nacimiento, records 86.9°F (30.5°C), while the low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Lake Nacimiento, the average relative humidity in August is 49%.

What is the driest month?

August is the month with the least rainfall in Lake Nacimiento. Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in August?

In Lake Nacimiento, in August, it is raining for 0.8 days, with typically 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Nacimiento, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Lake Nacimiento, the average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Lake Nacimiento, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average temperature in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (42.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average pressure in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average wind speed in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average humidity in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average rainfall in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.04"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average UV index in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Lake Nacimiento, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Lake Nacimiento, CA

Average visibility in August - Lake Nacimiento, 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).

Lake Nacimiento, California, USA

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