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USA · Ships call at San Francisco, California
Mild and dry
San Francisco in August offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 74°F and comfortable lows near 58°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 0 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Mild and dry.
This is one of the most popular months to visit San Francisco, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
Circle Pacific (Roundtrip Brisbane)
Princess Cruises
Sails Jun 15, 2027
Circle Pacific Liner (Sydney to Tokyo)
Princess Cruises
Sails Jun 17, 2027
Circle Pacific (Roundtrip Sydney)
Princess Cruises
Sails Jun 17, 2027
Circle Pacific (Roundtrip Auckland)
Princess Cruises
Sails Jun 21, 2027
Circle Pacific Liner (Los Angeles to Sydney)
Princess Cruises
Sails Jul 15, 2027
Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier
Carnival Cruises
Sails Jul 26, 2027
Ships use the James R. Herman Cruise Terminal at Pier 27, on the Embarcadero in the northeast corner of the city. SFO is about 14 miles south: 30 to 45 minutes by car, or BART to Embarcadero and a 15 to 20 minute walk.
The average high temperature in San Francisco during August is 74°F, with a low of 58°F.
San Francisco typically sees 0 days of rain in August. Mild and dry.
For a August cruise to San Francisco, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.