Bassenthwaite weather in August (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Bassenthwaite in August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Bassenthwaite usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. Expect temperatures to climb to 19°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 12°C.

Precipitation

Bassenthwaite in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. On average, there are about 18 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 135 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Bassenthwaite. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bassenthwaite climate page with graphs.

 

Bassenthwaite, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 121 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 135 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (70 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Bassenthwaite, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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