Motherwell weather in August (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Motherwell during August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During August, Motherwell usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 19°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Motherwell in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With about 145 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, 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 Motherwell climate page with graphs.

 

Motherwell, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 145 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 29% *  

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (29 KM, 18 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 Motherwell, 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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