Suffolk Weather in August

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

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Lowestoft Ipswich Bury Saint Edmunds Newmarket

Planning a getaway to Suffolk, 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 Suffolk in August

Suffolk, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Suffolk generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Lowestoft at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Burwell at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Burwell and 16°C (61°F) in Lowestoft. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Suffolk, the United Kingdom.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hollesley with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Bury Saint Edmunds with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Lowestoft enjoys approximately 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Suffolk by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December10°C (50°F)
Best Time to Visit Suffolk →

Best Places to Visit in Suffolk in August

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

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 Suffolk

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

Temperature range in Suffolk (August)

Precipitation variation in Suffolk (August)

Lowestoft

In August Lowestoft generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
200 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lowestoft →

Ipswich

In August Ipswich generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
205 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Ipswich →

Bury Saint Edmunds

In August Bury Saint Edmunds generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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 »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bury Saint Edmunds →

Newmarket

In August Newmarket generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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 »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Newmarket →

Lavenham

In August Lavenham generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
183 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lavenham →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lowestoft 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Ipswich 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Bury Saint Edmunds 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Newmarket 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Lavenham 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Woodbridge 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Suffolk weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Suffolk, the United Kingdom in August. The popular destination of Lowestoft averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Lowestoft, the average daytime high in August is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

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

August is on the drier side in Suffolk, the United Kingdom. Lowestoft averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Suffolk, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in Lowestoft.

Generally speaking, August provides perfect weather in Lowestoft. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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