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Penzance Weather in August

In Penzance, August brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to 15°C (59°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Penzance in August

Rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 74 mm (2.9 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Penzance in August

In August, expect pleasant temperatures in Penzance, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Sunshine in Penzance in August

With approximately 202 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Penzance.

Penzance Temperature in August

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Penzance in August

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in August. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Penzance in August

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

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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