Late summer · Weather & things to do
La Jolla in August
La Jolla sees its driest month, with just 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 76°F (25°C) and lows of 66°F (19°C).
It scores 85/100 for comfort, 10th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (25°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 66°F (19°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January, March & April and September – November).
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in July to 85/100.
- Our San Diego New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in La Jolla in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
La Jolla Cove
Small sheltered beach below the cliffs, part of an underwater reserve, where sea lions sprawl on the rocks.
Why now August scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Clifftop reserve protecting the rare Torrey pine, with short trails to ocean overlooks and the beach below.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 0.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Cottage
Breakfast and brunch spot in a small cottage with a patio in the village, open for more than thirty years.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
The Marine Room
Dining room at the edge of La Jolla Shores where high-tide waves break against the windows.
Nearby in August
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in August~11 mi · highs 89°F, 0.2 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in August~80 mi · highs 108°F, 0.3 in rain · 18°C (32°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Los Angeles in August~101 mi · highs 90°F, 0.0 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Pasadena in August~103 mi · highs 88°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
La Jolla in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit La Jolla?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 85/100 against a best of 93 in January, March & April and September – November. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
How hot is La Jolla in August?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Jolla in August?
Not much: about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.4 in (315 mm).
What should I pack for La Jolla in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning La Jolla in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.