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August is one of the best months to visit Dorset for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.
The weather in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September. August has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (70°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 50% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.
August has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 15.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.
Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (65°F). August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Dorset for prolonged periods of time. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.
Also consider visiting Dorset in one of the other best months of June, July, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
Yes, August is a good time for sunbathing in Dorset.
August has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (70°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 50% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 15.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.
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Probably not, August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Dorset for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 18°C (65°F).
More about August sea temperatures.
Yes, August is a good time for a holiday in Dorset.
August has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (70°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 50% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 15.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (65°F). August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Dorset for prolonged periods of time.
More about the August temperatures and sunshine.
Yes, Dorset is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in August.
The average maximum temperature in Dorset in August is 21°C (70°F). The average maximum temperature is 22°C (71°) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Dorset in August is 16°C (62°F). The average temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 15°C (58°F) in the next month.
More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Dorset in August are 14.6. The sunshine percentage is 50% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.
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The weather in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in Dorset in August is 21°C (70°F). The average maximum temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Dorset in August is 16°C (62°F). The average temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 15°C (58°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Dorset in August is 12°C (53°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.
The days in August are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into September. August has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into September. During August the average day light hours are 14.6 per day in Dorset. The sunshine percentage is 50% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Dorset in August is typically 6.5 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Dorset in August is 18.1°C (64.6°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.
August has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Dorset in August is 1.1cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 15.5 rainy days in August making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Dorset in August is 15°C (59°F) which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 14°C (14°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Dorset in August is typically 96.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.9% in the previous month and 97.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Dorset in August is typically 76.4%. The average relative humidity is 74.5% in the previous month and 79.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Dorset in August is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 26KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Dorset in August is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Dorset in August is from the West.
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