San Jose Weather in August

What August feels like in San Jose

August falls in San Jose's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay mild, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.

Rain in San Jose in August

Dry days are the exception, with rain on most days. Rainy days are intense, averaging about 13.8 mm (0.5 in) — downpours rather than drizzle. The yearly figure is similar, around 12 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.

Daylight and sunshine in August

Mid-month, San Jose gets 12 h 27 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:28 am to sunset near 5:55 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 12 min less daylight than mid-July. Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. About 67% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.

How August compares to the rest of the year

August is the 6th warmest month of the year in San Jose. It is about as warm as July, with 67 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Who August suits

• Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
• Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
• Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.

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