Cornwall weather in August
Are you planning a trip to Cornwall in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Cornwall in August?
Cornwall is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Cornwall generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C in St Just to 21°C in Truro. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Truro and 16°C in St Just. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Cornwall.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint Mawes with an average of 67 mm to moderate rainfall in Gooseham with 95 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 202 hours of sunshine in Newquay. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Cornwall for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Cornwall climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Cornwall?
Newquay
In August Newquay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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St Austell
In August St Austell generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Penzance
In August Penzance generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Bude
In August Bude generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Falmouth
In August Falmouth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Cornwall, in the United Kingdom.
Is August the best time to visit Cornwall?
We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Cornwall. Typically, the climate in Newquay is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Newquay. The weather in February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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