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Weather in August in Dumfries and Galloway

Are you planning a trip a to Dumfries and Galloway in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What is the weather like in Dumfries and Galloway in August?

Dumfries and Galloway is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Dumfries and Galloway generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Portpatrick at 17°C to pleasant in Annan at 20°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Annan and 14°C in Portpatrick.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Drummore with an average of 96 mm to high rainfall in Carsphairn with 137 mm.

Average sunshine

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 135 hours of sunlight anticipated in Dumfries. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For specific regional insights in Dumfries and Galloway for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Dumfries and Galloway climate page.

Where to go in Dumfries and Galloway in August

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Dumfries and Galloway on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Dumfries and Galloway?

Dumfries

In August Dumfries generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Dumfries
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<<   July July
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20°C 
12°C 
151 hours 
96 mm 
14 days 
19°C 
11°C 
135 hours 
105 mm 
16 days 
17°C 
9°C 
95 hours 
91 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Dumfries

Stranraer

In August Stranraer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Stranraer
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<<   July July
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16°C 
13°C 
93 mm 
16 days 
17°C 
13°C 
101 mm 
18 days 
16°C 
12°C 
106 mm 
19 days 
Climate in Stranraer

Moffat

In August Moffat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Moffat
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<<   July July
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19°C 
10°C 
151 hours 
110 mm 
16 days 
18°C 
10°C 
135 hours 
119 mm 
18 days 
16°C 
8°C 
95 hours 
96 mm 
19 days 
Climate in Moffat

Kirkcudbright

In August Kirkcudbright generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Kirkcudbright
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<<   July July
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18°C 
13°C 
106 mm 
14 days 
18°C 
13°C 
121 mm 
16 days 
17°C 
11°C 
120 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Kirkcudbright

Gretna Green

In August Gretna Green generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Gretna Green
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<<   July July
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20°C 
12°C 
151 hours 
90 mm 
15 days 
20°C 
11°C 
135 hours 
97 mm 
17 days 
17°C 
9°C 
95 hours 
80 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Gretna Green

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Is August the best time to visit Dumfries and Galloway?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Dumfries, August might be a good time to visit Dumfries and Galloway.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Dumfries. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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