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Kingston upon Thames weather in August (Greater London, United Kingdom)

Planning a trip to Kingston upon Thames in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Kingston upon Thames, August is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 23°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Kingston upon Thames in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 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. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 204 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Kingston upon Thames. 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 Kingston upon Thames climate page with graphs.

 

Kingston upon Thames, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

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

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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 Kingston upon Thames in August?

For visitors traveling to Kingston upon Thames, 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 in August.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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