Late summer · Weather & things to do
San Simeon in August
Little changes in San Simeon from July: highs stay near 63°F (17°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls.
August opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 83/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What August feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 63°F (17°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 75%.
Plan around August
August is one of San Simeon's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: August – November.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in July to 83/100.
- August sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in San Simeon in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
Bluff trail and Monterey pine forest on the edge of Cambria.
Why now August scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hearst Castle
William Randolph Hearst's hilltop estate with the Neptune Pool and Roman Pool.
William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach
Calm cove beach and pier below Hearst Castle, good for picnics and kayaking.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 0.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Linn's Restaurant
Cambria institution known for its olallieberry pie.
Robin's Restaurant
Garden-patio restaurant in Cambria with global, seasonal plates.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in August
- Big Sur in August~54 mi · highs 68°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Monterey & Carmel in August~75 mi · highs 68°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Solvang in August~95 mi · highs 81°F, 0.0 in rain · 10°C (18°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in August~121 mi · highs 82°F, 0.0 in rain · 11°C (19°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~84 m to San Simeon's ~452 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
San Simeon in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit San Simeon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 83/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. August is inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
How cold is San Simeon in August?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in San Simeon in August?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.2 in (387 mm).
What should I pack for San Simeon in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on San Simeon
Routes in season in August
- Pacific Coast Highway Apr – Oct
Planning San Simeon in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.