Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The arrival of August in Edinburgh sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 16.7°C (62.1°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. During August, the average low-temperature is recorded at a cool 10.4°C (50.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Edinburgh is 85%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Edinburgh, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.Sea temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15°C (59°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is 15h and 1min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:09 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Edinburgh, the average sunshine in August is 6.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 16.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 10.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 14.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 70mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in August: 15°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 15h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in August
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).
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