Angus Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Angus, the United Kingdom in August.

Thinking about venturing to Angus, the United Kingdom this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Angus in August

Angus, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Angus generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Montrose at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Kirkton of Tealing at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Kirkton of Tealing and 12°C (54°F) in Montrose. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Angus, the United Kingdom.

For a closer look at conditions across Angus, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Carnoustie with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Balnaboth with 98 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Carnoustie as an example - it receives around 168 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Angus — and find the best time to visit. (based on Carnoustie)

Best Places to Visit in Angus in August

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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).

Popular Destinations in Angus

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Angus, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Angus (August)

Precipitation variation in Angus (August)

Carnoustie

In August Carnoustie generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
168 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Montrose

In August Montrose generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
168 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Kirriemuir

In August Kirriemuir generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
168 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Alrick

In August Alrick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
168 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Arbroath

In August Arbroath generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
168 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Angus in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Carnoustie 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Montrose 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Kirriemuir 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Alrick 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Arbroath 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Balnaboth 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Angus weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Angus, the United Kingdom in August?

In August, Angus, the United Kingdom generally has pleasant weather conditions. Carnoustie sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Angus, the United Kingdom in August?

Carnoustie averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

Does Angus, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Carnoustie averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Angus, the United Kingdom.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Angus, the United Kingdom?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Angus, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Carnoustie is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Angus, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Carnoustie. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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