Knitsley weather in August (Durham, United Kingdom)

Is Knitsley a good destination in August, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The weather in Knitsley during August is typically perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 20°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Knitsley in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 84 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. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 169 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Knitsley. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November 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 Knitsley climate page with graphs.

 

Knitsley, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 84 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 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 Knitsley, 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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