Weather in August
August carries forward the summer ambiance inherited from July. The warmth prevails during daytime with ample hours of sunlight contributing to outdoor pursuits. However, rainfalls reach a high, adding an unexpected twist to the otherwise pleasant weather. Though warm, August has a catch, the unexpected showers ensuring you'll want to carry an umbrella.
On the first day of August in Ben Nevis, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm BST.
[Resources]Temperature
August's onset records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F), a near match to July's 7.1°C (44.8°F). Ben Nevis upholds a consistent average temperature of 2.8°C (37°F) throughout the nights of August.Rainfall
In Ben Nevis, in August, 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ben Nevis, 4081mm (160.67") of rain is accumulated.Daylight
In Ben Nevis, the average length of the day in August is 15h and 7min.On the first day of August in Ben Nevis, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm BST.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Ben Nevis during August?
August temperatures in Ben Nevis vary between a high-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a low-temperature of 2.8°C (37°F).
How much does it rain in Ben Nevis in August?
Throughout August, in Ben Nevis, 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August in Ben Nevis?
In Ben Nevis, United Kingdom, the average day length in August is 15h and 7min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Ben Nevis?
On the first day of August in Ben Nevis, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm BST.
Average temperature in August
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 6.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-2.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 2.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (3.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-6.4°C).
Average rainfall in August
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 339mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (484mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (191mm).
Average daylight in August
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 15h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).
Ben Nevis, United Kingdom
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