August weather forecastWakefield, United Kingdom
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Wakefield, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.2°C (66.6°F) and 11.8°C (53.2°F).Temperature
The shift into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 19.2°C (66.6°F), closely mirroring July's climate. In Wakefield, the average nighttime temperature during August is a fresh 11.8°C (53.2°F).Humidity
April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Wakefield, United Kingdom.Rainfall
In Wakefield, in August, during 21.3 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 194.1 rainfall days, and 513mm (20.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Wakefield is 14h and 46min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm BST.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Wakefield, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Wakefield are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in August: 19.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in August: 1013.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in August: 13.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (79%).
Average rainfall in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in August: 60mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Wakefield, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in August: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in August
Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October and November (8km).
