Rockcliffe weather in August (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

How does the August weather in Rockcliffe compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In August, Rockcliffe typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. August marks the summer season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 19°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 13°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Precipitation

Rockcliffe in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 135 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Rockcliffe. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rockcliffe, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 116 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 135 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (62 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

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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 Rockcliffe, 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

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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