August weather forecast
Pittsburg, CA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Pittsburg, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 86.5°F (30.3°C).

Temperature

Pittsburg experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 87.4°F (30.8°C) in July. August nights report a substantial dip from daytime highs to an average of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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 Pittsburg, the average relative humidity in August is 57%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

Daylight

In Pittsburg, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, in Pittsburg, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:37 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Pittsburg, California, 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 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Pittsburg, is 86.5°F (30.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Pittsburg, the average relative humidity in August is 57%.

What is the driest month?

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in August?

In Pittsburg, California, in August, it is raining for 0.9 days, with typically 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Pittsburg have in August?

In August, the average day length in Pittsburg is 13h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Pittsburg, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:37 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Pittsburg is 11.9h.

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 6.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Pittsburg, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Pittsburg, CA

Average wind speed in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and November (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Pittsburg, CA

Average humidity in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (53%).

Average rainfall in August
Pittsburg, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in August
Pittsburg, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • 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
Pittsburg, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Pittsburg, CA

Average UV index in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Pittsburg, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Pittsburg, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Pittsburg, CA

Average visibility in August - Pittsburg, 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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