August weather forecast
Riverside, CA

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The neon-lit buildings of Riverside, California, and a silhouette of the high mountain in the back

Weather in August

August contends with July for the hottest month in Riverside, California as temperatures rove around the 90s°F. Despite the soaring temperatures, the rainfall continues to remain on the lower end. Sunshine hours remain lengthened, courtesy of the summer. As the temperatures rise, the percentage of cloud cover inversely drops, reaching the lowest values for the year.

Temperature

The average temperatures in Riverside reach their apex in August, averaging 91.2°F (32.9°C) at the high end and 66.4°F (19.1°C) at the low end.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The least humid month in Riverside is August, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

Rainfall

In August, in Riverside, California, the rain falls for 1.7 days. Throughout August, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49 rainfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Riverside, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:16 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Riverside. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Riverside?

August proves to be the warmest month in Riverside, California, recording an average peak temperature of 91.2°F (32.9°C) and a minimum temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

How hot does it get in Riverside in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Riverside, records 91.2°F (32.9°C), while the low-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Riverside?

With an average relative humidity of 43%, August is the least humid month in Riverside, California.

What is the average humidity in August in Riverside?

In Riverside, California, the average relative humidity in August is 43%.

How much does it rain in Riverside in August?

In Riverside, California, in August, during 1.7 rainfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Riverside?

In Riverside, California, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in August?

The average day length in August in Riverside, California, is 13h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Riverside?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riverside, California, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:16 pm PDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Riverside?

July and August, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Riverside?

The average sunshine duration in August in Riverside is 12.1h.

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

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Riverside, California.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Riverside?

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

Average temperature in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 91.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (45.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Riverside, CA

Average pressure in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Riverside, CA

Average wind speed in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Riverside, CA

Average humidity in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in August
Riverside, CA

Average rainfall in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.08"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in August
Riverside, CA

Average rainfall days in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Riverside, CA

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

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

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Riverside, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Riverside, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Riverside, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Riverside, CA

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Riverside, CA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Riverside, CA

Average visibility in August - Riverside, 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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