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Strathclyde Weather in August

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

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Oban Glasgow Ayr Paisley

Planning a getaway to Strathclyde, the United Kingdom this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Strathclyde in August

Strathclyde, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Strathclyde generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Bellochantuy at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in East Kilbride at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 11°C (52°F) in East Kilbride and 13°C (55°F) in Bellochantuy.

For specific regional insights in Strathclyde, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cumbernauld with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to heavy rainfall in Benderloch with 177 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Glasgow gets around 145 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 Strathclyde by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Strathclyde →

Best Places to Visit in Strathclyde in August

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

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 Strathclyde

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

Temperature range in Strathclyde (August)

Precipitation variation in Strathclyde (August)

Glasgow

In August Glasgow 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
102 mm (4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Glasgow →

Oban

In August Oban generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy 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
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
141 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Oban →

Ayr

In August Ayr 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
152 hours
145 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
128 mm (5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ayr →

Paisley

In August Paisley 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
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
145 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Paisley →

Balloch

In August Balloch 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
118 mm (4.6 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Balloch →

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oban 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Glasgow 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Ayr 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Paisley 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Balloch 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Taynuilt 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)

Strathclyde weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Strathclyde, the United Kingdom in August. The popular destination of Glasgow averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Glasgow averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

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

Strathclyde, the United Kingdom sees substantial rainfall in August. Glasgow 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 Strathclyde, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Strathclyde, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Glasgow. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Strathclyde, the United Kingdom is in June with generally pleasant weather in Glasgow. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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