Shotley Bridge weather in August (Durham, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Shotley Bridge during August? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The weather in Shotley Bridge during August is typically perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 20°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 11°C.

Precipitation

Shotley Bridge in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. During the wettest month of the year, an umbrella can be your best friend to stay dry. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 169 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Shotley Bridge. 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 Shotley Bridge climate page with graphs.

 

Shotley Bridge, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 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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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 Shotley Bridge, 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

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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