The United Kingdom weather in August

Planning a journey to the United Kingdom this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What is the weather like in the United Kingdom in August?

August in the United Kingdom generally has temperatures that range from moderate to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is moderate in Lerwick at 15°C to warm in Peterborough at 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Peterborough and 12°C in Lerwick.

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in St Peter Port with an average of 55 mm to heavy rainfall in Arisaig with 182 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 204 hours of sunshine in London. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.

For a closer look at August's conditions in the United Kingdom, see the map below. For a more detailed look at the United Kingdom's yearly weather, check out our the United Kingdom climate page.

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

Find the average weather conditions in August for the most popular destinations in the United Kingdom on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations in the United Kingdom

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in the United Kingdom?

Average weather in London

In August London generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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<<   July July
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23°C 
14°C 
219 hours 
60 mm 
11 days 
23°C 
13°C 
204 hours 
66 mm 
12 days 
20°C 
11°C 
155 hours 
54 mm 
12 days 
Climate in London

Average weather in Edinburgh

In August Edinburgh generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Edinburgh
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<<   July July
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19°C 
12°C 
160 hours 
83 mm 
14 days 
19°C 
12°C 
160 hours 
86 mm 
16 days 
17°C 
10°C 
128 hours 
70 mm 
17 days 
Climate in Edinburgh

Average weather in Blackpool

In August Blackpool generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Blackpool
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<<   July July
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19°C 
14°C 
198 hours 
107 mm 
13 days 
19°C 
15°C 
181 hours 
129 mm 
16 days 
17°C 
13°C 
142 hours 
127 mm 
17 days 
Climate in Blackpool

Average weather in York

In August York generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

York
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<<   July July
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22°C 
12°C 
232 hours 
70 mm 
12 days 
21°C 
12°C 
207 hours 
75 mm 
14 days 
19°C 
10°C 
159 hours 
63 mm 
13 days 
Climate in York

Average weather in Torquay

In August Torquay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Torquay
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<<   July July
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20°C 
14°C 
192 hours 
58 mm 
10 days 
20°C 
14°C 
170 hours 
69 mm 
12 days 
19°C 
13°C 
150 hours 
62 mm 
13 days 
Climate in Torquay

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the United Kingdom.

Is August the best time to visit the United Kingdom?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in London is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in London. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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