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August in Sunderland brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights dropping to 13°C (55°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Sunderland.
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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).
For Sunderland in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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