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Leigh Weather in August

August in Leigh averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 76 mm (3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Leigh in August

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 13 days of rain, with 76 mm (3 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Leigh in August

August tends to be one of the perfect months in Leigh, with 22°C (72°F) in the afternoon and 13°C (55°F) overnight. Summer occurs in August. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Leigh in August

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 210 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.

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Leigh Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Best Places 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Leigh in August

For Leigh in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Leigh in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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