August is an ideal time to visit Los Angeles if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +91°F and about 22 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 4 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Los Angeles;
Average weather
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+91°F
Avg. max. temperature
+59°F
Min.
+109°F
Max.
4 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Los Angeles has great weather in August.
Average temperature in Los Angeles in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Los Angeles for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +63°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +86°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +88°F.
Is Los Angeles warm or cold in August?
Los Angeles is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +91°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +68°F to +68°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Los Angeles, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Los Angeles in August
Water in Los Angeles in August is Fresh. It varies from +65°F to +69°F, with an average of +67°F.The air temperature averaging +91°F is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Los Angeles are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +67°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +58°F.
Can you swim in Los Angeles in August?
Water temperature (+67°F) in Los Angeles in August might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Los Angeles in August
Los Angeles weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+91°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+57°F
+59°F
+54°F
Max. temperature
+113°F
+109°F
+111°F
Rainfall
1 mm
4 mm
5 mm
Wind
0 m/s
0 m/s
0 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+67°F
+67°F
+66°F
Humidity
66%
65%
65%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
21
22
19
Cloudy days
9
8
8
Rainy days
1
1
2
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +90°F to +91°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 1 mm to 4 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 66% to 65%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 0 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 21 to 22.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Los Angeles in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Los Angeles is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Los Angeles based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 105 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 62 mm, which is considered heavy rain.Los Angeles is amazing in August with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Los Angeles wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 31% chance of precipitation and 82 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Los Angeles?
This is the weather in Los Angeles in August 2023:
1 August
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+89°F
2 August
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+88°F
3 August
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+84°F
4 August
☀️
+85°F
5 August
☀️
+90°F
6 August
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+92°F
7 August
☀️
+88°F
8 August
☀️
+88°F
9 August
☀️
+82°F
10 August
☀️
+82°F
11 August
☁️
+82°F
12 August
☀️
+83°F
13 August
☀️
+85°F
14 August
☀️
+86°F
15 August
☁️
+89°F
16 August
☀️
+91°F
17 August
☀️
+96°F
18 August
☀️
+87°F
19 August
☀️
+84°F
20 August
☀️
+78°F
21 August
🌫️
+80°F
22 August
☀️
+83°F
23 August
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+85°F
24 August
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+81°F
25 August
☀️
+82°F
26 August
☀️
+84°F
27 August
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+91°F
28 August
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+95°F
29 August
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+95°F
30 August
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+93°F
31 August
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+87°F
In August 2023 Los Angeles had 28 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 68%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Los Angeles climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Los Angeles in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2023 (+74°F) and the highest in 2015 (+81°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 120 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 998 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Los Angeles in August:
Is August a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Los Angeles, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Los Angeles.
Can you sunbathe in Los Angeles in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Los Angeles. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Can you swim in Los Angeles in August?
In general, you can swim in Los Angeles in August, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Los Angeles rainy in August?
Los Angeles is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Los Angeles in August?
Yes, Los Angeles is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Los Angeles, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
