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Rochester weather in August (Kent, United Kingdom)

What should you pack for a trip to Rochester in August? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The weather in Rochester is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August marks the summer season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 23°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 14°C.

Precipitation

Rochester in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 196 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Rochester. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rochester climate page with graphs.

 

Rochester, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 196 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Leeds-Kent, the United Kingdom (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Rochester, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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