When to go
San Francisco in August
In August, San Francisco averages daytime highs of 23°C and night-time lows of 12°C, with about 1 mm of rain over the month. That makes August the 2nd warmest and the 11th wettest month of the year here. It is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
- Average high
- 23°C
- Average low
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
Climate
San Francisco weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 13 |
| Low °C | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 6 |
| Rain mm | 100 | 102 | 82 | 42 | 18 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 62 | 138 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in San Francisco
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
★★★★Hotels1.7 km from centre
8.3
Very good
Grand Hyatt San Francisco Union Square
★★★★Hotels1.9 km from centre
8.4
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InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco by IHG
★★★★Hotels2.0 km from centre
8.5
Excellent
San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf
★★★★Hotels3.4 km from centre
8.0
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Hilton San Francisco Financial District
★★★★Hotels2.6 km from centre
7.9
Good
Holiday Inn San Francisco - Golden Gateway newly renovated with No Resort Fee
★★★Hotels1.7 km from centre
8.3
Very good
FAQ
San Francisco in August: questions
Is August a good time to visit San Francisco?
Yes — August is one of the most comfortable months in San Francisco. Expect highs around 23°C and 1 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is San Francisco in August?
The average daytime high in San Francisco in August is 23°C and the average low is 12°C.
Does it rain in San Francisco in August?
San Francisco gets about 1 mm of rain in August on average, making it the 11th wettest month. Average humidity is 74%.
How much are hotels in San Francisco in August?
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