Braintree weather in August (Essex, United Kingdom)

How does the August weather in Braintree compare to other months? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Braintree is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August marks the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 23°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Braintree in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 205 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Braintree. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Braintree, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 66 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Braintree, 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.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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