Houston vs Los Angeles in August

Los Angeles is the better pick in August — 83 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Los Angeles is hot, dry, while Houston is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Houston vs Los AngelesAugust climate, side by side

HoustonLos Angeles
Comfort score48/100 (F)83/100 (A)
Feels-like high41°C32°C
Avg high / low35° / 26°32° / 20°
Rainfall189 mm9 mm
Rainy days101
Humidity77%53%
Air quality (AQI)6563

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

Houston vs Los Angeles in August — FAQ

Is August better in Houston or Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is the better pick in August — 83 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Los Angeles is hot, dry, while Houston is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Houston vs Los Angeles in August?
In August, Houston averages 35°C high / 26°C low with about 189 mm of rain; Los Angeles averages 32°C high / 20°C low with about 9 mm.