Typical Run Score
64
Fair
Los Angeles · August
Running in Los Angeles in August
Typical August running conditions in Los Angeles, and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
74°F
Warm
Avg dew point
61°F
Pleasant
Best window
6–8 AM
Local time
Los Angeles · today vs the August normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How August compares in Los Angeles
August ranks 12th of 12 months for running in Los Angeles, with a typical daytime Run Score of 64 (Fair). It's the toughest month of the year here: temperatures around 74°F (24°C) with pleasant dew points near 61°F. Precipitation falls in roughly 2% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the August norm.
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Running in Los Angeles in August: FAQ
Is it good to run in Los Angeles in August?
It's runnable, but at least one factor (usually heat or dew point) is working against you. The typical daytime Run Score is 64 (Fair), with temperatures around 74°F (24°C) and pleasant dew points. The best window is usually 6–8 AM.
How hot is it for running in Los Angeles in August?
Typical temperatures average 74°F (24°C) (Warm) with dew points near 61°F. Dew point (not the thermometer) usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 80–100 is Great (97+ earns a gold star for near-perfect conditions). 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Fair) means at least one factor (usually heat or dew point) is slowing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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