Long Beach weather in August

August in Long Beach averages 78°F by day and 62°F at night, with 0.0 inches of precipitation. It is the 1st-warmest and 12th-wettest month of the year here.

Long BeachCaliforniaPop. 450,469
Average high
78°F+1° vs July
Average low
62°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
0.0 in0 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in1 days at 90°F+

Is August a good time to visit Long Beach?

Yes. August is one of the most comfortable months in Long Beach by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are January to December.

On August 15 the sun rises at 6:15 am and sets at 7:38 pm, giving 13h 24m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Long Beach in August

  • Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

August nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Long Beach78°F62°F0.0 in
Carson, CA5 mi78°F62°F0.0 in
Lakewood, CA5 mi78°F62°F0.0 in
Torrance, CA7 mi78°F62°F0.0 in
Compton, CA7 mi78°F62°F0.0 in
Norwalk, CA10 mi87°F66°F0.0 in
South Gate, CA11 mi78°F62°F0.0 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Long Beach in August?

In August, Long Beach averages a high of 78°F and a low of 62°F, with 0.0 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is August a good time to visit Long Beach?

Yes. August is one of Long Beach's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.

Does it snow in Long Beach in August?

Rarely. The August snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Long Beach in July and Long Beach in September. All twelve months: Long Beach weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Torrance Airport, CA, 8.8 miles from the city center.