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Temperatures in August
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Temperature in Scotland in August

August in Scotland has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Shetland with 15°C to pleasant temperatures in Dundee with 20°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Dundee and 12°C in Shetland. During August, summer is in full swing.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Scotland in August?

Discover the typical August temperatures for the most popular locations of Scotland on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in August in Scotland?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Dundee clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 20°C, and evenings that remain near 12°C.

  • What is the coldest city in August in Scotland?
    • In our database, Shetland is the chilliest city in August in Scotland. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 15°C, while the nighttime lows hover around 12°C.

  • How much sun does Scotland get in August?
    • The city Edinburgh usually sees around 160 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

  • What is the water's temperature in August?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 13°C in Edinburgh this month, so not the best month to swim.

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