Lewes weather in August (East Sussex, United Kingdom)
What's the typical weather in Lewes for August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.
Temperatures
Experience perfect weather in Lewes during August, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 15°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
Precipitation
Lewes in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Lewes. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, 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 Lewes climate page with graphs.
Lewes, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Water Temperature
17°C *
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
69 mm
Rainy days
12 days
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Lewes, 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 17°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.
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