Orkney weather in August (Orkney Islands, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Orkney this August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

August in Orkney generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 15°C. At night, they generally drop to 12°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Orkney in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 19 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 127 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Orkney, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 83 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 127 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Orkney.

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