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The United Kingdom temperatures in August

August in the United Kingdom has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Lerwick with 15°C to high temperatures in Peterborough with 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Peterborough and 12°C in Lerwick. The month of August is in the summer season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the United Kingdom in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in the United Kingdom. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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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

  • What is the warmest city in August in the United Kingdom?
    • Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Peterborough is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 23°C, while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 13°C."

  • What is the coldest city in August in the United Kingdom?
    • When looking through our records, we find that Lerwick stands out as the coolest city in the United Kingdom for the month of August. Daytime highs average 15°C and it cools down to about 12°C at night.

  • How much sun does the United Kingdom get in August?
    • London enjoys approximately 204 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in August?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 17°C in Brighton & Hove this month, so not the best month to swim.

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