Northamptonshire Weather in August

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

Are you planning a trip a to Northamptonshire, 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 Northamptonshire in August

Northamptonshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Northamptonshire generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Northampton.

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

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 68 mm (2.7 in) in Northampton.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Northampton, you can expect around 188 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Northamptonshire 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 Northamptonshire

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

Temperature range in Northamptonshire (August)

Precipitation variation in Northamptonshire (August)

Northampton

In August Northampton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
188 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Towcester

In August Towcester generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
188 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Daventry

In August Daventry generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
181 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Corby

In August Corby generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
195 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Kettering

In August Kettering generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
166 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Northampton 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Towcester 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Daventry 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Corby 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Kettering 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aynho 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Northamptonshire weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Northamptonshire, the United Kingdom in August. The popular destination of Northampton averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Northampton averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Northamptonshire, the United Kingdom during August, with Northampton averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

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

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Northamptonshire, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in Northampton. 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 June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Northampton. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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