August weather forecast
Montara, CA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Montara, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Montara encounters an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during August nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, August is the most humid month in Montara, California.

Rainfall

In Montara, California, in August, during 6 rainfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Montara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.3 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Montara, in August, the average water temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).
Note: In 56.1°F (13.4°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Montara is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Montara, California, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Montara are June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Montara?

The high-temperature in Montara during August is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Montara?

August is the most humid month in Montara, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in August in Montara?

In August, the average relative humidity in Montara is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Montara?

In August, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout August, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in August in Montara?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Montara is 56.1°F (13.4°C). Swimming in 56.1°F (13.4°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Montara have in August?

In Montara, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Montara?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Montara?

In Montara, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Montara?

The months with the highest UV index in Montara are June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Montara?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Montara, CA

Average temperature in August - Montara, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (48.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Montara, CA

Average pressure in August - Montara, 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 September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Montara, CA

Average wind speed in August - Montara, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Montara, CA

Average humidity in August - Montara, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Montara, CA

Average rainfall in August - Montara, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and September (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
Montara, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Montara, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.6 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Montara, CA

Average sea temperature in August - Montara, CA
  • Average sea temperature in August: 56.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (56.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is June (52.4°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Montara, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Montara, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Montara, CA

Average UV index in August - Montara, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August
Montara, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Montara, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Montara, CA

Average visibility in August - Montara, 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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