Galashiels weather in August (Borders, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Galashiels this August? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, the weather in Galashiels generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 19°C. At night, it falls to around 11°C.

Precipitation

Galashiels in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 135 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

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

 

Galashiels, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 135 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (41 KM, 25 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 Galashiels, 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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