August weather forecast
Swanage, United Kingdom

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Swanage, is another comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.4°C (57.9°F) and max 18.9°C (66°F).

Temperature

August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 18.9°C (66°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Swanage's average nighttime temperature in August modestly descends to a mild 14.4°C (57.9°F).

Humidity

In Swanage, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, in Swanage, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout August, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 328mm (12.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Swanage, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in March through October.

Sea temperature

In Swanage, United Kingdom, in August, the average water temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: A surface water temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Swanage is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Swanage, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:54 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Swanage, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

In Swanage, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Swanage?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Swanage, is 18.9°C (66°F) and the average low-temperature is 14.4°C (57.9°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Swanage?

The average relative humidity in August in Swanage, United Kingdom, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Swanage?

In Swanage, United Kingdom, in August, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Swanage?

In Swanage, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in March through October.

What is the sea temperature in August in Swanage?

In Swanage, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in August is 16.8°C (62.2°F). For most, swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Swanage have in August?

In August, the average day length in Swanage, United Kingdom, is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Swanage?

On the first day of August in Swanage, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:54 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Swanage?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Swanage?

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

Average temperature in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.6°C).

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Average pressure in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average pressure in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average humidity in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and September (81%).

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Average rainfall in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in August: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.7°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average UV index in August - Swanage, 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 and February (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in August - Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in August
Swanage, United Kingdom

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

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

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