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Winchester Weather in August

August is one of the excellent months to visit Winchester, with daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 72 mm (2.8 in).

Rainfall in Winchester in August

Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Winchester in August

The excellent temperature in Winchester in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. August is a notable month of the summer season. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Winchester in August

There are approximately 208 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Average water temperature in August

At 17°C (63°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Winchester.

Winchester Temperature in August

Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Water Temperature
17°C (63°F) *
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
208 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Winchester in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 17°C (63°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Winchester in August

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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