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
August
Weather in August
Temperature
August commences with an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 16.7°C (62.1°F), showing little deviation from July's 17°C (62.6°F). Throughout August, Kirkcaldy witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 11°C (51.8°F).Humidity
In Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom.Sea temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F).Note: Entering waters of 14.4°C (57.9°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 15h and 2min.On the first day of August in Kirkcaldy, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:09 pm BST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Kirkcaldy is 7.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in August interprets into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Kirkcaldy in August?
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How many hours of daylight does Kirkcaldy have in August?
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Kirkcaldy?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Kirkcaldy?
What is the UV index reading in August in Kirkcaldy?
Average temperature in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 16.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 11°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 14.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Kirkcaldy, 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
Kirkcaldy, 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
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in August: 14.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kirkcaldy, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (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
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in August
Kirkcaldy, 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).
