Pickering weather in August (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in Pickering in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Pickering, August is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 20°C, while nights can cool down to about 13°C.

Pickering in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 186 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 Pickering. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pickering, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Water Temperature 14°C *  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 186 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 34% *  

* Data from: Scarborough, the United Kingdom (14 KM, 9 Miles).

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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 Pickering in August?

For visitors traveling to Pickering, 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. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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