August Rainfall and Precipitation in Scotland
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Scotland in August.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Regions and islands in Scotland
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Popular cities in Scotland
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Scotland precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Scotland receive in August?
Edinburgh stays mostly dry in August, with average rainfall close to 87 mm (3.4 in).
How many days does it rain in Scotland in August?
On average, Edinburgh has about 16 days days of rain in August.
Is August part of the rainy season in Scotland?
Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Scotland.
What is the wettest city in August in Scotland?
Looking at our data, Mallaig tops the wettest-cities list in Scotland for August, with monthly rainfall averaging 193 mm (7.6 in).
What is the driest city in August in Scotland?
The driest place is Aberdeen with an average rainfall of 75 mm (3 in) according to our data.
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