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Potters Bar weather in August (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

Wondering what the weather is like in Potters Bar during August? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The weather in Potters Bar during August is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 23°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 14°C.

Precipitation

Potters Bar in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 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. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 204 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Potters Bar, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (30 KM, 18 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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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?

For visitors traveling to Potters Bar, 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.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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