Caldwell Weather in August (1981–2025)

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August at a Glance in Caldwell

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
32.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
16.2°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
24.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
8 mm
Avg Humidity
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31%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.6
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+13°C
temp difference
🔥Hot afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny💧Dry month🍃Light winds🏜️Low humidity

Caldwell August Weather Overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Caldwell, with average highs near 32.9°C and lows around 16.2°C (mean 24.5°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 8 mm of rainfall and 31% relative humidity across the period.

Caldwell August Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Caldwell. Across 45 years of records, the warmest August in Caldwell was 2022 — when the month averaged 28.1°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 20.9°C. Typical August days reach 32.9°C with nights near 16.2°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp24.2°C→25.6°C+1.4°C
Max Temp32.6°C→33.5°C+0.9°C
Min Temp15.8°C→17.7°C+1.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

20.0°C–22.3°C3 yr (7%)
22.3°C–24.5°C13 yr (29%)
24.5°C–26.8°C28 yr (62%)
26.8°C–29.0°C1 yr (2%)

Caldwell August Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the drier months in Caldwell, averaging 8 mm of rainfall. The wettest August on record was 2023 with 39 mm, while the driest were 2001 and 2016 at 0 mm.

Caldwell August Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Caldwell during August averages 31%. The most humid August was 1983 at 42%, and the least humid were 1994 and 2012 at 25%.

Caldwell August Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

August receives about 6.6 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Caldwell. The sunniest Augusts were 1998 and 2006 at 7.1 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1984 at 6.

Caldwell August Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Caldwell during August is 2 m/s. The windiest Augusts were 2000, 2002 and 2008, among others at 2.3 m/s, while the calmest was 1983 at 1.6 m/s.

What August Feels Like in Caldwell

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Hot
Afternoon
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Mild
Evening
Rain chanceVery Low
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How August Ranks in Caldwell

🔥2nd warmest month of the year
🌵2nd driest month of the year
☀️4th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Caldwell Weather by Month

Caldwell August Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp23.8°C24.1°C24.5°C25.2°C25.6°C+1.8°C
Avg High32.3°C32.5°C32.9°C33.5°C33.5°C+1.2°C
Avg Low15.4°C15.6°C16.1°C17.0°C17.6°C+2.2°C
Avg Rain10 mm7 mm8 mm5 mm14 mm+4 mm

Extreme August Records in Caldwell

🔥Warmest August42.7°C1990
🧊Coldest August4.8°C1992
🌧️Wettest August39 mm2023
🏜️Driest August0 mm2001
🌬️Windiest August2.3 m/s1985

Key Insights for August

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August temperatures in Caldwell have risen by about 1.4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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August has ranged from a record low of 4.8°C (1992) to a record high of 42.7°C (1990).

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Rainfall in August is one of the drier months, averaging 8 mm, with a wettest year of 39 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.3°C per decade while lows rose 0.6°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Caldwell?

One of the best times to visit Caldwell

August is one of the best times to visit Caldwell. Expect days averaging 32.9°C and nights around 16.2°C (mean 24.5°C) — warmer than Caldwell's yearly average — with low rainfall (8 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Caldwell'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 →

Caldwell Weather in August — In Depth

☀️ August climate overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Caldwell, with average highs near 32.9°C and lows around 16.2°C (mean 24.5°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 8 mm of rainfall and 31% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in August

August averages 8 mm of rainfall in Caldwell, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest August on record saw 39 mm (2023), and the driest just 0 mm (2001). Humidity sits around 31% and average wind speed is 2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.6 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 risen by about 1.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 32.6°C to 33.5°C and overnight lows from 15.8°C to 17.7°C over the same span.
August Weather in Caldwell, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202533.3°C25.5°C17.6°C38.2°C11.5°C19 mm36%2.1 m/s6.3
202433.3°C25.1°C16.8°C42.1°C9.2°C3 mm29%1.9 m/s6.5
2023 🌧️32.7°C25.3°C17.8°C40.0°C12.9°C39 mm41%1.9 m/s6.1
2022 🔥36.2°C28.1°C20.0°C41.5°C14.0°C9 mm29%1.8 m/s6.5
202132.0°C24.2°C16.4°C40.3°C10.3°C8 mm32%2.1 m/s6.2
202033.5°C25.3°C17.2°C38.8°C12.3°C4 mm32%2.1 m/s6.5
201933.9°C25.6°C17.4°C38.7°C12.7°C4 mm32%2 m/s6.8
201833.1°C25.0°C16.9°C42.7°C9.2°C1 mm28%2 m/s6.4
201734.3°C26.2°C18.2°C39.3°C13.1°C6 mm31%1.9 m/s6.2
201633.0°C24.6°C16.3°C37.0°C11.6°C0 mm27%2 m/s6.9
201533.5°C25.4°C17.3°C39.8°C11.3°C3 mm28%2.2 m/s6.5
201432.2°C24.7°C17.3°C39.4°C11.4°C17 mm37%1.9 m/s6.2
201335.2°C26.3°C17.4°C39.0°C13.3°C5 mm29%1.9 m/s6.6
201235.3°C26.3°C17.3°C40.7°C11.6°C1 mm25%1.9 m/s6.5
201134.0°C25.5°C16.9°C38.7°C13.3°C1 mm30%1.9 m/s6.9
201030.9°C22.7°C14.5°C39.8°C8.1°C9 mm33%2.1 m/s6.7
200931.6°C23.9°C16.1°C39.6°C9.7°C28 mm36%1.9 m/s6.4
200833.0°C24.5°C15.9°C39.0°C9.6°C5 mm28%2.3 m/s7
200733.3°C24.5°C15.7°C39.6°C11.6°C6 mm26%2.1 m/s6.8
200631.7°C23.3°C14.9°C38.5°C8.5°C1 mm29%2.1 m/s7.1
200533.3°C25.0°C16.8°C40.0°C10.9°C1 mm27%2.1 m/s7
200431.6°C23.9°C16.1°C38.9°C9.1°C24 mm38%1.9 m/s6.4
200334.1°C25.7°C17.4°C39.9°C13.6°C16 mm29%1.9 m/s6.5
200230.9°C22.6°C14.2°C38.6°C10.2°C2 mm29%2.3 m/s7
200135.7°C26.7°C17.6°C40.0°C12.6°C0 mm25%2.1 m/s6.9
200034.2°C25.1°C16.0°C40.9°C10.4°C3 mm26%2.3 m/s7
199932.7°C24.6°C16.4°C38.2°C7.4°C7 mm33%1.9 m/s6.2
199833.9°C25.0°C16.1°C40.9°C10.8°C6 mm32%2 m/s7.1
199732.8°C24.5°C16.1°C39.2°C12.7°C11 mm35%1.9 m/s6.8
199632.8°C24.4°C16.1°C39.6°C9.1°C4 mm30%2.1 m/s7
199531.5°C22.4°C13.4°C37.5°C7.4°C4 mm32%2 m/s6.6
199434.8°C25.7°C16.7°C40.5°C11.1°C1 mm25%2 m/s6.8
1993 ❄️29.0°C20.9°C12.8°C35.9°C6.1°C17 mm40%2.1 m/s6.4
199232.6°C24.2°C15.8°C39.7°C4.8°C2 mm26%2.1 m/s6.9
199133.4°C25.0°C16.7°C38.2°C12.1°C3 mm29%1.8 m/s6.7
199031.9°C24.1°C16.3°C42.7°C11.0°C20 mm35%1.8 m/s6.5
198929.9°C21.9°C13.9°C36.8°C7.6°C16 mm36%2.1 m/s6.4
198832.6°C23.7°C14.7°C38.8°C10.5°C2 mm25%2.1 m/s6.8
198731.1°C22.5°C14.0°C38.3°C8.7°C5 mm30%2.1 m/s6.9
198634.3°C25.6°C16.9°C40.2°C12.1°C3 mm30%1.9 m/s6.7
198530.0°C21.6°C13.3°C36.7°C9.0°C1 mm32%2.3 m/s6.8
198433.6°C24.9°C16.2°C38.3°C11.2°C17 mm34%2 m/s6
198332.1°C24.5°C17.0°C42.5°C10.8°C34 mm42%1.6 m/s—
198232.6°C24.4°C16.2°C38.6°C11.0°C7 mm36%1.8 m/s—
198134.5°C25.4°C16.3°C38.1°C10.2°C2 mm28%2 m/s—

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

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Caldwell August Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Caldwell in August?▼

The average high in August is around 32.9°C with lows near 16.2°C (mean 24.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Caldwell in August?▼

August averages 8 mm of rainfall in Caldwell, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 39 mm in 2023.

What was the hottest August on record in Caldwell?▼

The hottest August reached 42.7°C in 1990. The coldest dipped to 4.8°C in 1992.

Has August in Caldwell gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have risen by about 1.4°C. Daytime highs moved from 32.6°C to 33.5°C and overnight lows from 15.8°C to 17.7°C over the same span.

Is August a good time to visit Caldwell?▼

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Caldwell and one of the drier months, so plan for around 32.9°C daytime highs and 16.2°C at night.

Is August the coldest month in Caldwell?▼

Not quite — August is the 11th coolest month in Caldwell, averaging 24.5°C.

What should I pack for Caldwell in August?▼

For August in Caldwell, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 32.9°C and lows of 16.2°C.

Is Caldwell humid in August?▼

Relative humidity in August averages 31% — relatively dry.

How windy is Caldwell in August?▼

Average wind speed in August is 2 m/s. The windiest August on record averaged 2.3 m/s (1985).

Which August had the most rainfall in Caldwell?▼

The wettest August on record was 2023 with 39 mm. On average, August sees 8 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 Caldwell 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.