Big Sur vs Los Angeles in August

Big Sur is the better pick in August — 89 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Sur is hot, dry, clean air, while Los Angeles is hot, dry.

Big Sur vs Los Angeles — August climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Big Sur🇺🇸 Los Angeles
Comfort score89/100 (A)83/100 (A)
Feels-like high29°C32°C
Avg high / low28° / 13°32° / 20°
Rainfall0 mm9 mm
Rainy days01
Humidity72%53%
Air quality (AQI)2963

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Big Sur vs Los Angeles in August — FAQ

Is August better in Big Sur or Los Angeles?
Big Sur is the better pick in August — 89 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Sur is hot, dry, clean air, while Los Angeles is hot, dry.
What is the weather like in Big Sur vs Los Angeles in August?
In August, Big Sur averages 28°C high / 13°C low with about 0 mm of rain; Los Angeles averages 32°C high / 20°C low with about 9 mm.