Isle of Harris Weather in August

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

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Planning a getaway to Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Isle of Harris in August

Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Isle of Harris generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Leverburgh. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom.

For a closer look at conditions across Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 124 mm (4.9 in) in Leverburgh.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Leverburgh gets approximately 129 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 Isle of Harris by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Harris — and find the best time to visit. (based on Leverburgh)

Best Places to Visit in Isle of Harris in August

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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 Isle of Harris

What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom?

Leverburgh

In August Leverburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
129 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions

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Isle of Harris weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom in August?

Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Leverburgh average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom in August?

Daytime temperatures in Leverburgh peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in August, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom. Average rainfall in Leverburgh sits around 124 mm (4.9 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Isle of Harris, the United Kingdom due to the typically unpleasant weather in Leverburgh.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June offering mostly tolerable weather in Leverburgh. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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