August weather forecast
Ballycastle, United Kingdom

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ballycastle, is another refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.2°C (54°F) and an average high of 15.7°C (60.3°F).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Ballycastle records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 15.7°C (60.3°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Ballycastle encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 12.2°C (54°F) during August nights.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.5 days and accumulates 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Ballycastle, with an average sea temperature of 14.2°C (57.6°F).
Note: Swimming in 14.2°C (57.6°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Ballycastle is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm BST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in August interprets into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ballycastle in August?
During August, Ballycastle experiences an average high-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) and a low-temperature of 12.2°C (54°F).
What is the most humid month in Ballycastle?
The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.
What is the average humidity in August in Ballycastle?
In Ballycastle, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.
What is the rainiest month in Ballycastle?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.5 days and accumulates 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Ballycastle in August?
In Ballycastle, in August, during 25.5 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Ballycastle?
May through October are months without snowfall.
When is the sea warmest in Ballycastle?
The month with the warmest seawater in Ballycastle, United Kingdom, is August, with an average sea temperature of 14.2°C (57.6°F).
What is the water temperature in August in Ballycastle?
In Ballycastle, United Kingdom, in August, the average water temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in August in Ballycastle?
In Ballycastle, United Kingdom, the average day length in August is 14h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Ballycastle?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm BST.
How many hours of sunshine does Ballycastle have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Ballycastle, United Kingdom, is 6.6h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Ballycastle?
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index reading in August in Ballycastle?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ballycastle, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 15.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 19.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (29.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (81%).

Average rainfall in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 93mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (93mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (43mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in August: 14.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (8.3°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in August
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (9km).

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