Cambridgeshire Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Cambridgeshire, 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 Cambridgeshire in August

Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Cambridgeshire generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Cambridge.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint Neots with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Wansford with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Cambridge as an example - it receives around 183 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.

Explore Cambridgeshire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Cambridgeshire in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cambridgeshire.

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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 Cambridgeshire

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

Temperature range in Cambridgeshire (August)

Precipitation variation in Cambridgeshire (August)

Cambridge

In August Cambridge generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Ely

In August Ely generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Huntingdon

In August Huntingdon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Stretham

In August Stretham generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

March

In August March generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
195 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cambridge 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Ely 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Huntingdon 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Stretham 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
March 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
St Ives 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Cambridgeshire weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom generally has perfect weather conditions. Cambridge sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

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

Average temperatures in Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom during August range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Cambridge.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom during August, with Cambridge averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Cambridge is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Cambridge. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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