Isle of Lewis Weather in August

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

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Barvas Stornoway

Planning a trip to Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Isle of Lewis in August

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Barvas. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

August is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 103 mm (4.1 in) in Barvas.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Barvas typically sees 129 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Isle of Lewis by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May14°C (57°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Isle of Lewis in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Lewis

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

Temperature range in Isle of Lewis (August)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Lewis (August)

Barvas

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

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August
September »
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
133 hours
129 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Barvas →

Stornoway

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

« July
August
September »
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
133 hours
129 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Stornoway →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Isle of Lewis, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Lewis in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barvas 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Stornoway 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)

Isle of Lewis weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Barvas average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Barvas peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in August, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom. Average rainfall in Barvas sits around 103 mm (4.1 in).

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Barvas, August may not be the ideal time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is in May, June and July with generally tolerable weather in Barvas. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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