August Weather Outlook: Typical Temperatures, Above Normal Rain, and Late Summer Arrival

August is expected to have near-normal temperatures and above-normal rainfall, influenced by the developing El Niño. While the first week may see below-normal temperatures, the second week could bring a return of 90-degree days. Last year, August had slightly hotter-than-average temperatures and less rainfall than the average of 3.25 inches. This year, there are signs of a wetter pattern, with a possibility of 3 to 5 inches of rain. Longer-term models suggest occasional hotter periods in the second half of August. July was slightly hotter than normal and had above-average rainfall, with a three-day heat wave and violent storms.