August weather forecastThurso, United Kingdom
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in Thurso, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 11.3°C (52.3°F) and 15.1°C (59.2°F).Temperature
In Thurso, August is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 15.1°C (59.2°F) and a low of 11.3°C (52.3°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Thurso are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In Thurso, in August, during 22 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thurso, there are 237.5 rainfall days, and 584mm (22.99") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Sea temperature
August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).Note: Taking a dip in 13.3°C (55.9°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Thurso is 15h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 9:35 pm. On the last day of August, in Thurso, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm BST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Thurso is 6.7h.UV index
In Thurso, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 15.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 11.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1009.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 18.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (29.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
Average rainfall in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 54mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (32mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 22 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Thurso, 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 (7.4°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 15h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in August
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
