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Salisbury Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Salisbury in August? Expect very high temperatures reaching 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 20°C (68°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Salisbury in August

Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month, with 109 mm (4.3 in) on average. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Salisbury in August

In August, Salisbury gets very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to around 20°C (68°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Salisbury in August

The month enjoys around 273 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

For Salisbury itself, April, May, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Salisbury Temperature in August

Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
109 mm (4.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
273 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
65% *
* Data from: Charlotte, the United States of America (59 KM, 37 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Salisbury in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Salisbury in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Salisbury in August

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

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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