August Rainfall and Precipitation in Cumbria

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Cumbria, the United Kingdom in August.

Cumbria, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in August ranging from moderate in Gilsland with 95 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall to high in Grizebeck with 145 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall. During August, summer is in full swing.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Cumbria precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Cumbria, the United Kingdom receive in August?

August in Windermere is marked by substantial rain, totaling an average of 131 mm (5.2 in). Rapid weather changes are common due to the frequent precipitation.

How many days does it rain in Cumbria, the United Kingdom in August?

Rainfall in Windermere typically falls on roughly 18 days days in August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Cumbria, the United Kingdom?

No. August sits outside the typical rainy season in Cumbria, the United Kingdom, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in August in Cumbria, the United Kingdom?

In our database, Grizebeck stands out as having an average rainfall level of 145 mm (5.7 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in August in Cumbria, the United Kingdom?

The driest place is Gilsland with an average rainfall of 95 mm (3.7 in) according to our data.

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