August weather forecastPreston, United Kingdom
August weather for Preston, United Kingdom: The month with the most rainfall in Preston is August, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. In Preston, during August, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.
August
Weather in August
August does not lag much behind July regarding warmth, recording an average high temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F). However, the rainfall peaks to its highest at 81mm (3.19") depicting a wet conclusion to the summer. Despite the rain, daylight and sunshine hours ensure sufficient light, maintaining the end of summer. While it is still summer, the evenings tend to get cooler, hinting at the approaching autumn. The mild wind rummages through Preston's spaces, marking the end of the blissful summer weather.Temperature
With August's arrival, Preston notes an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.9°C (64.2°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. During August, the temperature in Preston tends to dip to an average of 12.3°C (54.1°F) at night.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Preston, United Kingdom, is 83%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Preston is August, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Preston, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of August, in Preston, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:03 pm BST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 7.3h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Average temperature in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 17.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 12.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1013mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 14.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 81mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Preston, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Preston, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 55
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in August
Preston, 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).
