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Stornoway weather in August (Isle of Lewis, United Kingdom)

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

Temperatures

During August, Stornoway usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 17°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 12°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Stornoway in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 21 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 129 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November 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 Stornoway climate page with graphs.

 

Stornoway, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 129 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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 Stornoway, 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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Stornoway.

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