Weather in August in Dumfries and Galloway
Planning a journey to Dumfries and Galloway this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
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.For specific regional insights in Dumfries and Galloway, refer to the map provided below.
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 areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 135 hours of sunlight expected in Dumfries. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a more detailed look at Dumfries and Galloway's conditions throughout the year, check out our Dumfries and Galloway climate page.
Where to go in Dumfries and Galloway in August





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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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