Washington weather in August (Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Washington look like in August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Washington during August is typically perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. Expect temperatures to climb to 20°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 12°C.

Precipitation

Washington in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 173 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Washington climate page with graphs.

 

Washington, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 173 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (9 KM, 6 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Washington, 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

Interested in more climate information?

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

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