Saffron Walden weather in August (Essex, United Kingdom)
What should you pack for a trip to Saffron Walden in August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
Experience perfect weather in Saffron Walden during August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 23°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 13°C.
Precipitation
Saffron Walden in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. It's the month with the heaviest rainfall, so an umbrella is a must to navigate the wet weather. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 183 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saffron Walden climate page with graphs.
Saffron Walden, monthly averages in August
Where to go in the United Kingdom in August
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Saffron Walden, 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.
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