Temperature
Hot by day, mild at night.
92°Ftypical Aug high
Sacramento
United States · North America
Sacramento is most comfortable in April and November. Summers are hot and winters are mild. The wettest months are roughly December to March. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
42°F to 93°F
Rain
5 days/mo
Sunshine
10.6 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the driest months, with very little rain.
~0%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
13.1 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot, mostly dry days.
LowAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 65° and nights feel near 72°.
Very coldColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Predominantly clear skies.
87%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 70°F, and early evening stays near 81°F.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning65°F
Rain0%
Cloud14%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowMidday62°F
Rain0%
Cloud21%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Late afternoon70°F
Rain0%
Cloud16%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
evening81°F
Rain0%
Cloud10%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
6 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 27, 2026
Data & methodology