Temperatures in August
It's warm in August in Poitiers with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Poitiers in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Poitiers with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 16°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.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Poitiers will be around 28°C, with nights close to 15°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 20% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Poitiers. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Poitiers in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
30 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Poitiers?
Want nice weather? Then August is a great time to be in Poitiers. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Poitiers in August
With 40°C, Poitiers hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 7°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Poitiers
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Poitiers, 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 Poitiers
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Poitiers, 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 6 days of rain in Poitiers.
Daily UV Index in August in Poitiers
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Poitiers, 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 Poitiers Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Poitiers, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Poitiers Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Poitiers, 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 Poitiers
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Average Weather in Poitiers by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Poitiers. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
