Forres weather in August (Grampian, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Forres look like in August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During August, Forres usually has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. Expect temperatures to climb to 18°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 12°C.

Precipitation

Forres in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With about 132 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Forres. 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 Forres climate page with graphs.

 

Forres, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 132 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 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 Forres, 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

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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