August weather forecast
Santander, Spain

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The Palacio de la Madalena in Santander, Spain
The Palacio de la Madalena in Santander, Spain

Weather in August

During August, the weather in Santander remains consistent withholding the balmy conditions of July. Notably, August outshines other months as it has the lowest rainfall recorded at 15mm (0.59"), making it the dryest phase of the year. The high temperature remains steady, making the warmer days persistent. Longer daylight hours allow for more outdoor activities and excursions. Despite the fall in rainfall, the humidity level is slightly increased compared to June and July.

Temperature

August, with its high-temperature average of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and a low-temperature average of 18.1°C (64.6°F), is the warmest month in Santander.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Santander, during August, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santander, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Santander, snow does not fall in March through November.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 21.2°C (70.2°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 21:37. On the last day of August, in Santander, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 20:52 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Santander is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Santander are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Santander?

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and a low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F), is the warmest month in Santander, Spain.

What are August temperatures in Santander?

During August, Santander experiences an average high-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and a low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Santander?

The average relative humidity in August in Santander is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Santander?

In Santander, Spain, during August, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Santander?

In Santander, Spain, snow does not fall in March through November.

When is the sea warmest in Santander?

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Santander?

In August, the average sea temperature in Santander is 21.2°C (70.2°F). For most, swimming in 21.2°C (70.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Santander?

The average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Santander?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 21:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 20:52 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Santander?

The average sunshine duration in August in Santander is 8.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Santander?

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Santander.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Santander?

In Santander, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Santander, Spain

Average temperature in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Santander, Spain

Average pressure in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Santander, Spain

Average wind speed in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Santander, Spain

Average humidity in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and December (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Santander, Spain

Average rainfall in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average rainfall in August: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Santander, Spain

Average rainfall days in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Santander, Spain

Average snowfall in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Santander, Spain

Average snowfall days in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Santander, Spain

Average sea temperature in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in August: 21.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.7°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santander, Spain

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Santander, Spain

Average sunshine days in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Santander, Spain

Average UV index in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April and November (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Santander, Spain

Average cloud cover in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Santander, Spain

Average visibility in August - Santander, Spain
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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