Temperature in Highland in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Highland, Scotland this August.

Highland, Scotland, a region in Scotland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 17°C (63°F) in Lamlash to 19°C (66°F) in Edinburgh. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Edinburgh and 13°C (55°F) in Lamlash. The month of August is in the summer season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Highland, Scotland in August?

Discover the typical August temperatures for the most popular locations of Highland on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Highland temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Highland, Scotland in August?

Average daytime highs in Highland, Scotland during August reach about 19°C (66°F) in Edinburgh.

How cold does it get at night in Highland, Scotland in August?

Edinburgh sees nighttime lows close to 11°C (52°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in Highland, Scotland?

According to our recent database analysis, Edinburgh is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 19°C (66°F) and rarely drops below 11°C (52°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in August in Highland, Scotland?

For the month of August, Lamlash is the most temperate city in Highland, Scotland based on our records. Highs average 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 13°C (55°F).

How much sun does Highland, Scotland get in August?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 160 hours of sunlight anticipated in Edinburgh. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 13°C (55°F) in Edinburgh this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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