Pitlochry weather in August (Tayside, United Kingdom)

What can you expect from the weather in Pitlochry during August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Pitlochry generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 17°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Pitlochry in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 168 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July generally stands 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 Pitlochry climate page with graphs.

 

Pitlochry, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 168 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Dundee, Scotland (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom 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 Pitlochry in August?

For visitors traveling to Pitlochry, 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
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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