Oban weather in August (Strathclyde, Scotland)

How is the weather in Oban in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Oban generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. August is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 17°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Oban in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 176 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 141 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Oban. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Oban climate page with graphs.

 

Oban, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 176 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
SunshineSunshine 141 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Scotland in August

Find out more about the weather in Scotland in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Oban in August?

For visitors traveling to Oban, 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 in August.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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