What August feels like in Los Angeles
August is the height of summer in Los Angeles — the warmest month of the year. The midday hours are hot; shade and water matter on long walks. The day–night swing is wide (about 13.7°C (24.7°F)): nights stay mild, so mornings and evenings feel very different from midday. Humidity is moderate, so the air feels neither sticky nor dry.
Rain in Los Angeles in August
Rain is rare in August — most weeks pass without a wet day. Each rainy day adds about 5 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 10.6 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
In mid-August, sunrise is at about 6:14 am and sunset at about 7:42 pm (local time) — 13 h 28 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 46 min less daylight than in mid-July. Measured sunshine covers about 93% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How August compares to the rest of the year
In Los Angeles's temperature order, August sits as the warmest month. Compared with July, afternoons are 0.9°C (1.6°F) warmer, with 2 mm more rain. After this the year turns: September is already cooler. By September, typical highs are 31.1°C (88°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — midday heat makes long walks hard.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: a good fit — hot coastal weather.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — a cool break during the hottest hours.
Tips for visiting Los Angeles in August
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Sun Protection
Loose, breathable clothing plus sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Los Angeles in August?
It feels hot: typical highs are 32.1°C (89.8°F), with lows near 18.4°C (65.1°F).
Does it rain a lot in Los Angeles in August?
No — August is one of the drier times, with about 1 rainy days and 5 mm in total.
What should I wear in Los Angeles in August?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is August or September better for visiting Los Angeles?
On our 12-month climate ranking, September comes out ahead (#9 of 12 vs #12). September is cooler.