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Visiting Durdle Door Cliffs, Dorset, United Kingdom in August

August is one of the best months to visit Durdle Door Cliffs 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 warm 23°C (74°F). August is a good month for swimming in Durdle Door Cliffs with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.

August is another warm month, with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures. Swimming, snorkeling, and diving remain ideal activities due to the warm water temperatures. Sunbathing is perfect on sunny days, and other beach activities continue to be popular. Windsurfing and kitesurfing may still be possible, but the winds may be less consistent than in earlier months. Also consider visiting Durdle Door Cliffs 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.

Can you sunbathe in Durdle Door Cliffs in August?

Yes, August is a good time for sunbathing in Durdle Door Cliffs.

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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Can you swim in Durdle Door Cliffs in August?

Yes, August is a good month for swimming in Durdle Door Cliffs with warm sea temperatures 23°C (74°F).

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Is August a good time to holiday in Durdle Door Cliffs?

Yes, August is a good time for a holiday in Durdle Door Cliffs.

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 warm 23°C (74°F). August is a good month for swimming in Durdle Door Cliffs with comfortable temperatures for most people.

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Is Durdle Door Cliffs warm in August?

Yes, Durdle Door Cliffs is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in August.

The average maximum temperature in Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs 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.

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How sunny is Durdle Door Cliffs in August?

The average day light hours per day in Durdle Door Cliffs in August are 14.5. 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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Crowds in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

August is the peak of the summer season, and the beach at Durdle Door Cliffs can get extremely crowded, particularly during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Expect large crowds and limited parking during this month.

Temperature in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

The weather in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs 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.

Sunshine in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

The days in August are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into September. August has fewer 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 14.5 per day in Durdle Door Cliffs. 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 Durdle Door Cliffs 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.

Sea Temperature in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

The average sea water temperature in Durdle Door Cliffs in August is 23.2°C (73.8°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

August has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Durdle Door Cliffs 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.

Humidity in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs in August is typically 76.4%. The average relative humidity is 74.5% in the previous month and 79.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Durdle Door Cliffs in August

The average maximum wind speed in Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs 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 Durdle Door Cliffs in August is from the West.

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