Fullerton Weather in August (1981–2025)

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August at a Glance in Fullerton

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
30.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
18.6°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
24.8°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
3 mm
Avg Humidity
💧
49%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.9
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+6.9°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Mild mornings☀️Very sunny💧Dry month🍃Light winds🏜️Low humidity

Fullerton August Weather Overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Fullerton, with average highs near 30.9°C and lows around 18.6°C (mean 24.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 3 mm of rainfall and 49% relative humidity across the period.

Fullerton August Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Fullerton. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Augusts in Fullerton were 1998 and 2012 — when the month averaged 26.5°C — while the coldest was 1989 at 22.6°C. Typical August days reach 30.9°C with nights near 18.6°C. The long-term August temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp25.2°C→25.2°C0°C
Max Temp31.4°C→31.3°C-0.1°C
Min Temp19.1°C→19.2°C+0.1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

22.0°C–23.3°C5 yr (11%)
23.3°C–24.5°C12 yr (27%)
24.5°C–25.8°C21 yr (47%)
25.8°C–27.0°C7 yr (16%)

Fullerton August Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the drier months in Fullerton, averaging 3 mm of rainfall. The wettest August on record was 2023 with 67 mm, while the driest were 2016, 2019 and 2024, among others at 0 mm.

Fullerton August Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Fullerton during August averages 49%. The most humid August was 1993 at 55%, and the least humid was 1986 at 38%.

Fullerton August Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

August receives about 6.9 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Fullerton. The sunniest Augusts were 2010, 2019 and 2024, among others at 7.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1984 at 6.2.

Fullerton August Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Fullerton during August is 1.8 m/s. The windiest Augusts were 1994, 1997 and 2023, among others at 1.9 m/s, while the calmest was 2005 at 1.6 m/s.

What August Feels Like in Fullerton

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Mild
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceVery Low
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How August Ranks in Fullerton

🔥1st warmest month of the year
🌵3rd driest month of the year
☀️3rd sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Fullerton Weather by Month

Fullerton August Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp24.7°C24.9°C24.5°C24.5°C25.4°C+0.7°C
Avg High30.8°C31.0°C30.6°C30.7°C31.5°C+0.7°C
Avg Low18.5°C18.7°C18.4°C18.3°C19.2°C+0.7°C
Avg Rain5 mm1 mm1 mm1 mm12 mm+7 mm

Extreme August Records in Fullerton

🔥Warmest August39.4°C1985
🧊Coldest August12.5°C2010
🌧️Wettest August67 mm2023
🏜️Driest August0 mm1985
🌬️Windiest August1.9 m/s1984

Key Insights for August

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August temperatures in Fullerton have stayed relatively stable across the record.

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August has ranged from a record low of 12.5°C (2010) to a record high of 39.4°C (1985).

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Rainfall in August is one of the drier months, averaging 3 mm, with a wettest year of 67 mm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Fullerton?

A good time to visit Fullerton

August is a good time to visit Fullerton, with days averaging 30.9°C and nights around 18.6°C (mean 24.8°C, warmer than Fullerton's yearly average) and low rainfall. June and September are marginally more temperate, but August still suits most travellers.

See Fullerton's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Fullerton Weather in August — In Depth

☀️ August climate overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Fullerton, with average highs near 30.9°C and lows around 18.6°C (mean 24.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 3 mm of rainfall and 49% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in August

August averages 3 mm of rainfall in Fullerton, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest August on record saw 67 mm (2023), and the driest just 0 mm (1985). Humidity sits around 49% and average wind speed is 1.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.9 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How August has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have held steady by about 0°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 19.1°C to 19.2°C while daytime highs eased from 31.4°C to 31.3°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.
August Weather in Fullerton, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202531.7°C25.4°C19.0°C36.5°C15.2°C1 mm47%1.8 m/s7
202431.5°C25.1°C18.8°C35.3°C14.5°C0 mm46%1.7 m/s7.3
2023 🌧️30.7°C24.8°C18.9°C36.6°C16.2°C67 mm53%1.9 m/s6.8
202232.1°C26.1°C20.2°C37.5°C17.5°C1 mm47%1.8 m/s7
202130.6°C24.8°C18.9°C35.2°C15.9°C1 mm49%1.7 m/s6.7
202032.2°C25.9°C19.7°C38.8°C14.8°C1 mm49%1.7 m/s7.1
201931.0°C24.6°C18.2°C34.3°C15.1°C0 mm43%1.7 m/s7.3
201831.4°C25.3°C19.1°C37.3°C15.1°C0 mm51%1.8 m/s7.2
201730.7°C24.8°C18.9°C38.1°C14.9°C3 mm50%1.7 m/s6.8
201630.4°C24.1°C17.7°C34.3°C14.6°C0 mm50%1.8 m/s7.2
201531.3°C25.1°C19.0°C36.4°C15.0°C0 mm52%1.8 m/s7
201430.2°C24.1°C18.0°C34.9°C15.1°C4 mm51%1.7 m/s7.1
201329.7°C23.8°C17.9°C35.3°C13.2°C1 mm46%1.7 m/s6.9
201232.5°C26.5°C20.4°C35.9°C15.0°C3 mm44%1.7 m/s6.9
201130.1°C23.7°C17.3°C37.0°C13.7°C0 mm46%1.8 m/s7.1
201029.3°C22.9°C16.6°C36.7°C12.5°C0 mm46%1.7 m/s7.3
200930.7°C24.4°C18.0°C38.1°C14.2°C0 mm45%1.7 m/s7.1
200831.0°C24.8°C18.6°C34.3°C15.8°C0 mm50%1.7 m/s7
200731.2°C25.2°C19.1°C36.0°C14.5°C1 mm50%1.7 m/s7.1
200630.0°C23.8°C17.7°C33.9°C14.0°C0 mm51%1.8 m/s7.3
200530.6°C24.6°C18.6°C35.3°C15.1°C1 mm50%1.6 m/s6.8
200429.5°C23.5°C17.4°C34.9°C14.1°C1 mm53%1.7 m/s7
200331.7°C25.7°C19.6°C35.3°C16.8°C2 mm47%1.8 m/s7.2
200229.4°C23.2°C17.0°C34.7°C14.4°C0 mm53%1.8 m/s6.9
200130.8°C24.6°C18.4°C34.2°C14.6°C0 mm48%1.8 m/s7
200030.8°C24.9°C19.1°C35.5°C15.3°C8 mm50%1.8 m/s6.8
199930.1°C24.0°C17.8°C35.1°C13.8°C0 mm46%1.8 m/s7.1
1998 🔥32.5°C26.5°C20.5°C38.0°C16.2°C5 mm47%1.7 m/s6.9
199731.3°C25.2°C19.1°C38.0°C15.6°C0 mm53%1.9 m/s7
199632.3°C25.8°C19.3°C36.3°C14.5°C0 mm48%1.8 m/s7.2
199531.3°C25.3°C19.3°C35.3°C15.2°C1 mm44%1.8 m/s6.8
199432.3°C26.1°C19.9°C36.1°C15.0°C0 mm47%1.9 m/s6.7
199329.2°C23.2°C17.2°C33.9°C14.4°C0 mm55%1.8 m/s6.6
199231.8°C25.7°C19.6°C36.0°C14.3°C1 mm50%1.8 m/s6.7
199129.3°C23.1°C17.0°C34.1°C13.3°C1 mm53%1.8 m/s6.5
199030.1°C23.8°C17.5°C33.9°C13.4°C4 mm53%1.8 m/s6.6
1989 ❄️28.9°C22.6°C16.3°C32.9°C13.4°C0 mm54%1.8 m/s6.9
198829.9°C23.8°C17.6°C33.3°C13.9°C4 mm54%1.7 m/s6.6
198729.6°C23.5°C17.4°C33.6°C13.4°C1 mm51%1.8 m/s6.7
198632.1°C25.9°C19.7°C35.7°C16.4°C1 mm38%1.7 m/s7
198531.0°C24.3°C17.6°C39.4°C14.2°C0 mm44%1.8 m/s6.9
198431.8°C25.7°C19.7°C36.0°C17.3°C6 mm50%1.9 m/s6.2
198331.1°C25.5°C19.9°C36.6°C14.9°C30 mm51%1.7 m/s—
198231.0°C25.1°C19.3°C35.8°C14.5°C2 mm42%1.7 m/s—
198132.1°C25.6°C19.1°C38.0°C15.4°C0 mm38%1.8 m/s—

Actual recorded August data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Fullerton August Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Fullerton in August?▼

The average high in August is around 30.9°C with lows near 18.6°C (mean 24.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Fullerton in August?▼

August averages 3 mm of rainfall in Fullerton, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 67 mm in 2023.

What was the hottest August on record in Fullerton?▼

The hottest August reached 39.4°C in 1985. The coldest dipped to 12.5°C in 2010.

Has August in Fullerton gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have held steady by about 0°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 19.1°C to 19.2°C while daytime highs eased from 31.4°C to 31.3°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is August a good time to visit Fullerton?▼

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Fullerton and one of the drier months, so plan for around 30.9°C daytime highs and 18.6°C at night.

Is August the coldest month in Fullerton?▼

Not quite — August is the 12th coolest month in Fullerton, averaging 24.8°C.

What should I pack for Fullerton in August?▼

For August in Fullerton, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 30.9°C and lows of 18.6°C.

Is Fullerton humid in August?▼

Relative humidity in August averages 49% — relatively dry.

How windy is Fullerton in August?▼

Average wind speed in August is 1.8 m/s. The windiest August on record averaged 1.9 m/s (1984).

Which August had the most rainfall in Fullerton?▼

The wettest August on record was 2023 with 67 mm. On average, August sees 3 mm.

Where does this August weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Fullerton behaves each August, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for August specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.