Lanarkshire Weather in August

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

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Lanark East Kilbride Motherwell Biggar

Considering a trip to Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Lanarkshire in August

Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Lanarkshire generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Lanark.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cumbernauld with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in Abington with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Lanark gets around 160 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Lanarkshire by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Lanarkshire →

Best Places to Visit in Lanarkshire in August

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

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 Lanarkshire

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

Temperature range in Lanarkshire (August)

Precipitation variation in Lanarkshire (August)

Lanark

In August Lanark generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lanark →

East Kilbride

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

« July
August
September »
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
152 hours
145 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in East Kilbride →

Motherwell

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

« July
August
September »
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
152 hours
145 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Motherwell →

Biggar

In August Biggar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Biggar →

Hamilton

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

« July
August
September »
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
152 hours
145 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Hamilton →

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lanark 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
East Kilbride 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Motherwell 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Biggar 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Hamilton 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Airdrie 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Lanarkshire weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Lanark, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

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

In Lanark, the average daytime high in August is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

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

Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom sees substantial rainfall in August. Lanark typically averages about 111 mm (4.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Lanark is tolerable. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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