Charleston vs Los Angeles in August

Los Angeles is the better pick in August — 83 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Los Angeles is hot, dry, while Charleston is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Charleston vs Los AngelesAugust climate, side by side

CharlestonLos Angeles
Comfort score59/100 (D)83/100 (A)
Feels-like high36°C32°C
Avg high / low31° / 25°32° / 20°
Rainfall169 mm9 mm
Rainy days121
Humidity83%53%
Air quality (AQI)5663

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

Charleston vs Los Angeles in August — FAQ

Is August better in Charleston or Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is the better pick in August — 83 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Los Angeles is hot, dry, while Charleston is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Charleston vs Los Angeles in August?
In August, Charleston averages 31°C high / 25°C low with about 169 mm of rain; Los Angeles averages 32°C high / 20°C low with about 9 mm.