Kirknewton weather in August (Lothian, United Kingdom)

Is August a good time to explore Kirknewton weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During August, Kirknewton usually has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Kirknewton in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 160 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

 

Kirknewton, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Water Temperature 13°C *  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 160 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 31% *  

* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (8 KM, 5 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.

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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 Kirknewton, 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. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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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