Normal weather for England in August
It's pleasantly warm in August in England with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
In August, there is an average of 60 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
England in August |
London | ||
---|---|---|---|
Average Temperature |
22°C | 22°C | |
High Temp |
24°C | 24°C | |
Low Temp |
19°C | 19°C | |
Total Precipitation |
60 mm | 60 mm | |
Rainy Days |
10 days | 10 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in England with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 22°C, with nights close to 14°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in England will be around 21°C, with nights close to 14°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit England?
Want nice weather? Then August is a great time to be in England. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for England in August
With 33°C, England hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 21°C.
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The climate of England is based on weather data from London. Other spots, like Edinburgh, Cornwall or Devon, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in England for a full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in England
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in England, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in England
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for England, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 10 days of rain in England.
Daily UV Index in August in England
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in England, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in England Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in England, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in England Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in England, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for England
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in England. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in England by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for England. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.