Weather in August in Devon
Planning a getaway to Devon this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Devon in August?
Devon is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Devon generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of August is in the summer season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C in Lynton to 22°C in Axminster. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Axminster and 15°C in Lynton. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Devon.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Colyton with an average of 67 mm to high rainfall in Countisbury with 104 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 170 hours of sunlight expected in Torquay. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a closer look at August's conditions in Devon, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Devon's yearly weather, check out our Devon climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Devon?
Torquay
In August Torquay 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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Paignton
In August Paignton 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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Ilfracombe
In August Ilfracombe 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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Plymouth
In August Plymouth 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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Lynton
In August Lynton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Devon?
We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Devon with overall perfect weather in Torquay. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Devon is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Torquay. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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