August weather forecast
Palm Springs, CA

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Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California
Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California

Weather in August

August in Palm Springs continues to flaunt the high temperatures characteristic of California's summer. The city remains warm and dry, reflecting similar weather patterns to July. Despite experiencing around 14.1 hours of daylight, the temperature seldom dips, maintaining a steady high. Pristine blue skies reign throughout the month, providing perfect conditions for skywatching. Contrastingly, the breeze picks up at night, offering a refreshing coolness.

Temperature

The months of July and August bring the highest temperatures, averaging a high of 93.4°F (34.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 28%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Palm Springs, in August, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palm Springs, there are 47.9 rainfall days, and 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:12 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 12h.

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:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?

The warmest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 93.4°F (34.1°C).

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature during August is 93.4°F (34.1°C) and the low-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month in Palm Springs is August, with an average relative humidity of 28%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Palm Springs, the average relative humidity in August is 28%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Palm Springs, in August, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Palm Springs have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:12 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palm Springs have in August?

In Palm Springs, the average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average temperature in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 93.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average pressure in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average wind speed in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average humidity in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (28%).

Average rainfall in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palm Springs, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average UV index in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Palm Springs, CA

Average visibility in August - Palm Springs, 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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