Merseyside Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Merseyside, the United Kingdom this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Merseyside in August

Merseyside, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Merseyside generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Liverpool.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hale with an average of 93 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Southport with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Liverpool receives about 177 hours of sunlight in August, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Merseyside by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Merseyside in August

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

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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 Merseyside

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

Temperature range in Merseyside (August)

Precipitation variation in Merseyside (August)

Liverpool

In August Liverpool generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
177 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Southport

In August Southport generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
181 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Birkenhead

In August Birkenhead generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
177 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Wallasey

In August Wallasey generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
177 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Hale

In August Hale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
177 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Liverpool 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Southport 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Birkenhead 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Wallasey 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Hale 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Haydock 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

Merseyside weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Merseyside, the United Kingdom generally has pleasant weather conditions. Liverpool sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

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

Liverpool averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

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

Liverpool typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 101 mm (4 in) on average across Merseyside, the United Kingdom.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Liverpool, August might be a good time to visit Merseyside, the United Kingdom. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Liverpool. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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