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Grampian Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Grampian, the United Kingdom this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Grampian in August

Grampian, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Grampian generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Inverey at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Banchory at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Banchory and 8°C (46°F) in Inverey. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Grampian, the United Kingdom.

To explore the conditions in Grampian, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Portlethen with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Braemar with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Aberdeen gets approximately 158 hours of sunlight in August, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Grampian by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Grampian - and find the best time to visit. (based on Aberdeen)

Best Places to Visit in Grampian in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Grampian.

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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 Grampian

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

Temperature range in Grampian (August)

Precipitation variation in Grampian (August)

Aberdeen

In August Aberdeen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
158 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Stonehaven

In August Stonehaven generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
158 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Dyce

In August Dyce generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
158 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Banchory

In August Banchory generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
158 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Elgin

In August Elgin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
132 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Aberdeen 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Stonehaven 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Dyce 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Banchory 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Elgin 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Tomintoul 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Grampian weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Grampian, the United Kingdom in August?

In August, Grampian, the United Kingdom generally has very good weather conditions. Aberdeen sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Grampian, the United Kingdom in August?

Daytime temperatures in Aberdeen peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in August, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Aberdeen averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Grampian, the United Kingdom.

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Grampian, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Aberdeen is very good. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Grampian, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally very good weather in Aberdeen. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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