August weather forecast
Taft, CA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Taft, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 94.6°F (34.8°C) and an average low of 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still tropical 94.6°F (34.8°C) in August, hardly different from the 94.8°F (34.9°C) recorded in July. With a notable difference from peak temperatures, an average of 65.5°F (18.6°C) marks the nights in August.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Taft, with an average relative humidity of 30%.

Rainfall

June and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:25 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Taft are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
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. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Taft in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 94.6°F (34.8°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 30%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Taft, the average relative humidity in August is 30%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are June and August Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 0.08" (2mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout August, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Taft have in August?

In Taft, California, the average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:25 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Taft, CA
  • Average high temperature in August: 94.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 65.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Taft, CA

Average pressure in August - Taft, CA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Taft, CA

Average wind speed in August - Taft, CA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Taft, CA

Average humidity in August - Taft, CA
  • Average humidity in August: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in August
Taft, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in August
Taft, CA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Taft, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Taft, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Taft, CA

Average sunshine days in August - Taft, CA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Taft, CA

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Taft, CA

Average cloud cover in August - Taft, CA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 4

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Taft, CA

Average visibility in August - Taft, 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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