Newton Abbot weather in August (Devon, United Kingdom)

Is Newton Abbot a good destination in August, weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During August, Newton Abbot is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 20°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 14°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Precipitation

Newton Abbot in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. This month experiences about 12 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 170 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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

 

Newton Abbot, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Sunshine 170 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (21 KM, 13 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 Newton Abbot, 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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