Carlsbad in August

6.7out of 10

Possible, with caveats

Hot: daytime highs around 35°C. Some rain: about 6 rainy days.

35°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
6Rainy days (31 mm)
13:12 hDaylight
06:25Sunrise · 19:37 Sunset

Why this score

  • Hot: daytime highs around 35°C
  • Some rain: about 6 rainy days

What to wear and pack

  • Light, breathable clothing
  • Shorts or a light skirt
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat

How reliable is the forecast?

Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.

Year at a glance

15° 1° J 19° 3° F 23° 7° M 28° 11° A 32° 16° M 36° 21° J 36° 22° J 35° 22° A 31° 18° S 26° 12° O 20° 5° N 15° 1° D Rainy days

Weather by month

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfall Rainy daysHumiditySunshine Score
January 15°C1°C15 mm 3– – 7.6
February 19°C3°C15 mm 3– – 8.2
March 23°C7°C18 mm 3– – 8.7
April 28°C11°C17 mm 2– – 8.8
May 32°C16°C27 mm 4– – 7.7
June 36°C21°C19 mm 4– – 6.5
July 36°C22°C30 mm 5– – 6.6
August 35°C22°C31 mm 6– – 6.7
September 31°C18°C42 mm 5– – 7.8
October 26°C12°C30 mm 4– – 8.5
November 20°C5°C18 mm 3– – 8.4
December 15°C1°C17 mm 3– – 7.5

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Carlsbad in August?

Daytime highs average 35°C and nights about 22°C.

When is the best time to visit Carlsbad?

The best months are April, March, October, November.