August weather forecast
Death Valley National Park, CA

August in Death Valley National Park holds on to July's red-hot weather, but with a subtle dip in temperature. The maximum temperature recedes slightly to 114.7°F (45.9°C), a marginal relief amid an otherwise melting summer. The contrast between the daytime heat and nighttime low temperature, which stands at 85.7°F (29.8°C), becomes a bit more pronounced. Moreover, the UV index maintains high, alongside lengthy daylight hours. Despite the intense heat, August retains its charm for those interested in experiencing the intense desert ambience.

Temperature

The advent of August sees the average high-temperature at a still life-threatening hot 114.6°F (45.9°C), subtly shifted from July's 116.4°F (46.9°C). Throughout August nights, Death Valley National Park reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Rainfall

In Death Valley National Park, during August, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 20 rainfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Death Valley National Park, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:17 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Death Valley National Park is 12h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the highest UV index in Death Valley National Park. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 10 suggests this advice:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on overcast days, including after every swim or outdoor activity.