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 warmest temperatures occur during August, when averages reach a peak of 14°C (57.2°F) and a low of 12.4°C (54.3°F).Humidity
In Lerwick, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.Rainfall
In Lerwick, in August, during 21.1 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lerwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 250.8 days and collects up to 719mm (28.31") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Lerwick, snow does not fall in June through October.Sea temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 13.3°C (55.9°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Lerwick is 15h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 9:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:11 pm BST.
Sunshine
In Lerwick, the average sunshine in August is 7.1h.UV index
June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during August morphs into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the hottest in Lerwick?
What is the temperature in August in Lerwick?
What is the average humidity in August in Lerwick?
How many days does it rain in August in Lerwick?
When it does not snow in Lerwick?
What is the month with the warmest sea water in Lerwick?
How cold is the water in August in Lerwick?
How many hours of daylight does Lerwick have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Lerwick?
How long on average sun shines in August in Lerwick?
When is the highest UV index in Lerwick?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Lerwick?
Average temperature in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 14°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 12.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1009.6mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 23.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (22.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 62mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (32mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in August: 13.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 15h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility in August
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, November and December (9km).
Lerwick, United Kingdom
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