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August is one of the best months to visit Scotland 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 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 4.4 hours of sunshine per day.
August has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 23.6 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 19°C (66°F). August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Scotland for prolonged periods of time. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.
Also consider visiting Scotland 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.
No, August is not a good time for sunbathing in Scotland.
August has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 4.4 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 23.6 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.
More about August temperature and sunshine.
Probably not, August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Scotland for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 19°C (66°F).
More about August sea temperatures.
Probably not, August is not a good time for a holiday in Scotland.
August has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 4.4 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 23.6 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 19°C (66°F). August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Scotland for prolonged periods of time.
More about the August temperatures and sunshine.
No, Scotland is a little too chilly for sunbathing in August.
The average maximum temperature in Scotland in August is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (62°) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Scotland in August is 13°C (56°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.
More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Scotland in August are 15.3. The sunshine percentage is 28.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 4.4 hours of sunshine per day.
More about August sunshine.
The weather in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in Scotland in August is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Scotland in August is 13°C (56°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Scotland in August is 11°C (52°F). The minimum temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.
The days in August are significantly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get markedly shorter into September. During August the average day light hours are 15.3 per day in Scotland. The sunshine percentage is 28.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 4.4 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Scotland in August is typically 4.9 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive 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, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Scotland in August is 19°C (66.2°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.
August weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. August has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Scotland in August is 1.5cm (0.6inches) and on average there are 23.6 rainy days in August making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Scotland in August is 13°C (55°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 12°C (12°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Scotland in August is typically 93.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.4% in the previous month and 93.7% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Scotland in August is typically 84%. The average relative humidity is 83.2% in the previous month and 84.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Scotland in August is typically 31KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 35KM/H (22MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Scotland in August is typically 19KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Scotland in August is from the South West.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
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