August weather forecast
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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A beautiful sunny day in the scenic city of Cambridge, of the United Kingdom
A beautiful sunny day in the scenic city of Cambridge, of the United Kingdom

Weather in August

As August rolls in, Cambridge weather continues to enjoy summer's warmth, maintaining the high-temperature pattern from July. While the rainfall lessens slightly compared to the previous month, it is still considerably high. The length of daylight decreases, signaling the end of summer and the approaching autumn. Despite the decrease in sunlight and an increase in cloud cover, August remains a bright month blessed with plenty of warm and sunny days. Even though the winds become slightly stronger, the breeze provides a much-needed respite from the summer heat.

Temperature

Cambridge's highest average temperatures are recorded in July and August, reaching a high of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, during August, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In Cambridge, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.6 days and collects up to 381mm (15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cambridge, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:49 pm BST.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during August translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Cambridge?

The months of July and August see the peak of Cambridge's temperatures, averaging a high of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

What is the temperature in August in Cambridge?

Cambridge in August has an average high-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F).

What is the least humid month in Cambridge?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in August in Cambridge?

In August, the average relative humidity in Cambridge is 75%.

How much does it rain in Cambridge in August?

In Cambridge, United Kingdom, in August, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cambridge?

April through October are months without snowfall in Cambridge.

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

The average day length in August in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Cambridge?

On the first day of August in Cambridge, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:49 pm BST.

What month has the most sunshine in Cambridge?

With an average of 8.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Cambridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average temperature in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

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Average pressure in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average pressure in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average humidity in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average UV index in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in August
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average visibility in August - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

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

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