Things to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea in August
August weather, activities, events & insider tips
August Weather in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Long-run averages for August
What's On in Carmel-by-the-Sea in August
August in Carmel-by-the-Sea sees average highs of 18°C and average lows of 13°C, with average rainfall of 3 mm. The month is 1°C warmer than July and 1°C cooler than September. Daylight hours range from 13 h 60 min on 1 August to 13 h 33 min on 15 August.
August Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 17°C | 12°C | 3 mm |
| August | 18°C | 13°C | 3 mm |
| September | 19°C | 14°C | 8 mm |
August is 1°C warmer than July; 1°C cooler than September.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Open-Meteo.
Daylight in August
Day length: 13 h 60 min on 1 August, 13 h 33 min on 15 August (−53 min compared with mid-July).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Notable Places to Visit
Nonprofit public aquarium in Monterey, California
Hours (OSM): Mo-Su 09:00-17:00
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Spanish mission in Carmel Valley, California
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Marine protected area in California, USA
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Carmel-by-the-Sea get in August?
On average 3 mm in August.
How warm is Carmel-by-the-Sea in August?
Average highs are 18°C and average lows 13°C.
How long are the days in Carmel-by-the-Sea in August?
About 13 h 33 min of daylight on 15 August.
Are there public holidays in Carmel-by-the-Sea in August?
No public holidays fall in August in the next 12 months.
What are some notable places to visit in Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Asilomar Conference Grounds (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
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