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Greater London Weather in August

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

Are you planning a trip a to Greater London, the United Kingdom in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Greater London in August

Greater London, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Greater London generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in London.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hornchurch with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Sutton with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, London enjoys approximately 204 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Greater London by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Greater London in August

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

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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 Greater London

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

Temperature range in Greater London (August)

Precipitation variation in Greater London (August)

London

In August London generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
204 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Croydon

In August Croydon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
204 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Ilford

In August Ilford generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
205 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Hounslow

In August Hounslow generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
204 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Harrow

In August Harrow generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
204 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Greater London, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
London 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Croydon 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Ilford 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Hounslow 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Harrow 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Kingston upon Thames 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Greater London weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greater London, the United Kingdom in August?

Greater London, the United Kingdom typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in London average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Greater London, the United Kingdom in August?

Daytime temperatures in London peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in August, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. London averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Greater London, the United Kingdom.

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

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Greater London, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in London. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Greater London, the United Kingdom is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in London. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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