August weather forecast
Meridian, CA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another torrid month in Meridian, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 97°F (36.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 97°F (36.1°C), subtly diverging from July's 98.8°F (37.1°C). Meridian observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during August nights, with a mean temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

In Meridian, the average relative humidity in August is 39%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

Daylight

In Meridian, California, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 97°F (36.1°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in June is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Meridian, the average relative humidity in August is 39%.

What is the driest month in Meridian?

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Meridian, in August, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Meridian, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 97°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (98.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Meridian, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Meridian, CA

Average wind speed in August - Meridian, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in August
Meridian, CA

Average humidity in August - Meridian, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (36%).

Average rainfall in August
Meridian, CA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in August
Meridian, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Meridian, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Meridian, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Meridian, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Meridian, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Meridian, CA

Average UV index in August - Meridian, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Meridian, CA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Meridian, CA

Average visibility in August - Meridian, 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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