North York Moors National Park Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in August.

Are you planning a trip a to the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the North York Moors National Park in August

The North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in the North York Moors National Park generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Pickering.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Helmsley with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Pickering with 81 mm (3.2 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Pickering receives about 186 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 the North York Moors National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the North York Moors National Park - and find the best time to visit. (based on Pickering)

Best Places to Visit in the North York Moors National Park 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 the North York Moors National Park

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in the North York Moors National Park (August)

Precipitation variation in the North York Moors National Park (August)

Pickering

In August Pickering generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
186 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Helmsley

In August Helmsley generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
186 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Goathland

In August Goathland generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
186 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Kirkbymoorside

In August Kirkbymoorside generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
186 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Westerdale

In August Westerdale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
186 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the North York Moors National Park, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the North York Moors National Park in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pickering 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Helmsley 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Goathland 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Kirkbymoorside 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Westerdale 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Grosmont 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The North York Moors National Park weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in August?

Expect excellent weather across the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in August. The popular destination of Pickering averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in August?

Daytime temperatures in Pickering peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in August, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom. Pickering averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom with overall excellent weather in Pickering. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide excellent weather in Pickering. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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