Thirsk weather in August (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does August bring to Thirsk? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

During August, Thirsk is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August marks the summer season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 20°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Thirsk in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 207 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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

 

Thirsk, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 207 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: York, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 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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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 Thirsk, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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