Down County Weather in August

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

Planning a trip to Down County, the United Kingdom this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Down County in August

Down County, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Down County generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Bangor at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Moira at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 12°C (54°F) in Moira and 13°C (55°F) in Bangor. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Down County, the United Kingdom.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Strangford with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Bangor with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Bangor typically sees 139 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.

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

Best Places to Visit in Down County in August

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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 Down County

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

Temperature range in Down County (August)

Precipitation variation in Down County (August)

Bangor

In August Bangor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Newcastle

In August Newcastle generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Rostrevor

In August Rostrevor generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Hillsborough

In August Hillsborough generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Warrenpoint

In August Warrenpoint generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
139 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bangor 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Newcastle 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Rostrevor 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Hillsborough 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Warrenpoint 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Annalong 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Down County weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Down County, the United Kingdom in August?

Down County, the United Kingdom typically experiences tolerable weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bangor average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Down County, the United Kingdom in August?

Daytime temperatures in Bangor peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in August, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

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

August is on the drier side in Down County, the United Kingdom. Bangor averages only about 97 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Down County, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Bangor.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly tolerable weather in Bangor. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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