Merthyr Tydfil weather in August (Glamorgan, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Merthyr Tydfil in August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In August, Merthyr Tydfil typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 20°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Merthyr Tydfil in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. This month experiences about 16 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 184 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers 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 Merthyr Tydfil climate page with graphs.

 

Merthyr Tydfil, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 184 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (38 KM, 24 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 Merthyr Tydfil, 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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