August weather forecast
Ridgecrest, CA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Ridgecrest, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 94.5°F (34.7°C) and min 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

The dawn of August sees an average high-temperature of a tropical 94.5°F (34.7°C), subtly contrasting with July's 95.9°F (35.5°C). Ridgecrest registers a significant drop in temperature in August, with average nighttime lows of 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 20%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, in August, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgecrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 29.6 days and collects up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgecrest, snow does not fall in January through October and December.

Daylight

In Ridgecrest, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:18 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Ridgecrest, is 94.5°F (34.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 71.4°F (21.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 20%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in August is 20%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Ridgecrest, in August, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Ridgecrest, snow does not fall in January through October and December.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:18 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average temperature in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 94.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average pressure in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average wind speed in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average humidity in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 20%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (20%).

Average rainfall in August
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (4.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, November and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (23.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Ridgecrest, CA

Average visibility in August - Ridgecrest, 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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