Across clue · August 5, 2026

Welcome relief on a hot day

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

"Welcome relief on a hot day"

S
H
A
D
E

SHADE

5 letters · 2 vowels · 3 consonants

Letter analysis

5-letter answer

Letters

5

total length

Vowels

2

A E I O U

Unique

5

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Welcome relief on a hot day" in the LA Times Crossword for Wednesday, August 5, 2026 resolves to SHADE, a 5-letter answer.

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