August weather forecast
Colchester, United Kingdom

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Weather in August

August continues the trend of warm weather, with the highest average temperatures for the year being observed during this month. August sees less rainfall and wind than previous months, contributing to a calm and comfortable atmosphere throughout the city. The soft sunlight coupled with long daylight hours provides ample opportunity for sightseeing and recreational activities. Despite a slight decrease in sunshine hours, the weather remains brightly lit for most of the day. The lower percentage of cloud cover allows clear beautiful skies, making the month even more enjoyable.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and lows of 14.5°C (58.1°F), August is the warmest month in Colchester.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colchester, in August, during 18.3 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182 rainfall days, and 445mm (17.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Colchester, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Colchester is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:45 pm BST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 8.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during August translates into the following guidance:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Colchester?

August is the warmest month in Colchester, with an average high-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.5°C (58.1°F).

What are August temperatures in Colchester?

In Colchester, in August, the average high-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F).

What is the least humid month in Colchester?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Colchester?

The average relative humidity in August in Colchester, United Kingdom, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Colchester in August?

In Colchester, United Kingdom, in August, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Colchester?

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

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

In August, the average day length in Colchester, United Kingdom, is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Colchester?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colchester, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:45 pm BST.

What month has the most sunshine in Colchester?

The month with the most sunshine in Colchester is August, with an average of 8.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Colchester have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Colchester is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Colchester?

In Colchester, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average temperature in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.9°C).

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Average pressure in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average pressure in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.1km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (16mm).
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
Colchester, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 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
Colchester, United Kingdom

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

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 44).

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Average visibility in August
Colchester, United Kingdom

Average visibility in August - Colchester, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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