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Downey, CA Weather on August 26
August 26th in Downey, CA typically brings hot summer weather, with average highs around 90°F and lows near 65°F — a 25°F daily swing. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 2009 (87°F average), while the coldest was 2016 (69°F) — a 18°F range across recorded history. This date has historically been dry, with little recorded precipitation. The last decade has been 1.0°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Downey, CA? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
August 26 Weather Records for Downey
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Downey, CA is 104°F, set in 1985.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 58°F in 1995.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 27 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), August 26th was 5°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Downey?
The warmest August 26 in Downey, CA reached 104°F in 1985. That is 14°F above the long-term average high of 90°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Downey?
The coldest August 26 in Downey, CA dropped to 58°F in 1995. That is 7°F below the long-term average low of 65°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Downey?
On August 26, Downey averages a high of 90°F and a low of 65°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from MONTEBELLO.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Downey?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Downey, CA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Downey
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86°F | 63°F | -- | -- |
| 2024 | 92°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 2023 | 90°F | 64°F | -- | -- |
| 2022 | 89°F | 64°F | -- | -- |
| 2021 | 97°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 2020 | 96°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 2019 | 95°F | 67°F | -- | -- |
| 2018 | 82°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 2017 | 93°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 2016 | 74°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 96°F | 69°F | -- | -- |
| 2014 | 91°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 2013 | 93°F | 74°F | -- | -- |
| 2012 | 82°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 100°F | 68°F | -- | -- |
| 2010 | 92°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 100°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 2008 | 91°F | 63°F | -- | -- |
| 2007 | 88°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 89°F | 59°F | -- | -- |
| 2005 | 98°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 85°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 94°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 88°F | 61°F | -- | -- |
| 2001 | 92°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 95°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 91°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 95°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 88°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 92°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 89°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 84°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 96°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 83°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 95°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 104°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 89°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 94°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 93°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 104°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 87°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 89°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 80°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 81°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 86°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 76°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 79°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 95°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: MONTEBELLO
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Downey, CA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.