Watford weather in August (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Watford look like in August? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Watford is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 22°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 13°C.

Precipitation

Watford in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. With frequent rain showers this month, having an umbrella on hand will keep you dry. Climate data suggests that about 12 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 204 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July, August and September 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 Watford climate page with graphs.

 

Watford, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: London, 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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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 Watford, 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

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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