August weather forecast
Placerville, CA

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A golden and brownish illumination over Placerville in California, during the fall
A golden and brownish illumination over Placerville in California, during the fall

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Placerville, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 88.3°F (31.3°C).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C), slightly varied from July's 88.9°F (31.6°C). Placerville observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during August nights, with a mean temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

Rainfall

January through June, August through December are months with rainfall. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.3 rainfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation. In Placerville, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.4 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Placerville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Placerville is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

During August, Placerville experiences an average high-temperature of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and a low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 40%.

When does it start to rain in Placerville?

August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.3 rainfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Placerville have in August?

In Placerville, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:34 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Placerville have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Placerville, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (36°F).

Average pressure in August
Placerville, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Placerville, CA

Average wind speed in August - Placerville, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Placerville, CA

Average humidity in August - Placerville, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).

Average rainfall in August
Placerville, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

Average rainfall days in August
Placerville, CA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Placerville, CA

Average snowfall in August - Placerville, CA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Placerville, CA

Average snowfall days in August - Placerville, CA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Placerville, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Placerville, 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 (13.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Placerville, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Placerville, CA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Placerville, CA

Average visibility in August - Placerville, 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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