Los Angeles · August
Run in the morning.
Average high is 90°F with a 65°F overnight low. Dry month — only 1 measurable rain days on average. Dry heat climbs fast after sunrise — get out in the cooler morning hours.
Avg high / low
90° / 65°F
Humidity
62%
Rain days
1/mo
Wind
11 mph
What August feels like in Los Angeles
Sunrise
06:15
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:38
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Heat peaks here. Skip unless you've got shade and pace tolerance.
Evening
Cools off after sunset but still warm. Good for easy efforts; avoid hard intervals if you're chasing pace.
What to wear running in Los Angeles in August
The kit for August in Los Angeles: light, breathable, and moisture-wicking — singlet or short-sleeve only.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
+1° avg high
0 rain days
Los Angeles in July →
August
90°F avg high
1 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
+2° avg high
-2 rain days
Los Angeles in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Los Angeles in August?+
Morning. Dry heat climbs fast after sunrise — get out in the cooler morning hours.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in August?+
Average high 90°F, average low 65°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Los Angeles?+
Compared to July (avg high 88°F), August is warmer. Compared to September (avg high 88°F), August is warmer.
Does it rain often in Los Angeles in August?+
Expect about 1 measurable rain days in August, on average.