Gilsland weather in August (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Gilsland usually fare in August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In August, the weather in Gilsland generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 19°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 11°C.

Precipitation

Gilsland in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 18 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With about 135 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gilsland, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 135 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (53 KM, 33 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 Gilsland, 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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