Cheshire Weather in August

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

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Chester Knutsford Crewe Wilmslow

Considering a trip to Cheshire, the United Kingdom this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cheshire in August

Cheshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Cheshire generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Chester.

To explore the conditions in Cheshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Malpas with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Macclesfield with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Chester typically sees 177 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Cheshire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Cheshire →

Best Places to Visit in Cheshire in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Cheshire

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

Temperature range in Cheshire (August)

Precipitation variation in Cheshire (August)

Chester

In August Chester generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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 »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
177 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Chester →

Knutsford

In August Knutsford generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
163 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Knutsford →

Crewe

In August Crewe generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
163 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Crewe →

Wilmslow

In August Wilmslow generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
163 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Wilmslow →

Congleton

In August Congleton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
163 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Congleton →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chester 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Knutsford 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Crewe 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Wilmslow 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Congleton 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Macclesfield 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Cheshire weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Cheshire, the United Kingdom brings perfect weather. In Chester, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

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

Chester averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cheshire, the United Kingdom during August, with Chester averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Chester. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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