Whitley Bay weather in August (Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom)

Looking to travel to Whitley Bay in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Whitley Bay the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Whitley Bay in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 169 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Whitley Bay. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Whitley Bay, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Whitley Bay in August?

For visitors traveling to Whitley Bay, 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 in August.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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