August weather forecast
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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Weather in August

Aberdeen experiences a golden sunset during August, with the maximum temperature reaching 16°C (60.8°F). Predominantly, the weather remains dry, making hiking and exploring the lush green city landscapes a popular activity. The sea maintains its warmth from July, allowing swimming and water sports to thrive. Winds, however, increase in speed, hitting a 15.4km/h (9.6mph) average, adding a refreshing feel to the balmy weather. By the late August, noticeably shorter days, alongside a decline in pressure to 1010.6mb, mark the exit of the summer season.

Temperature

Upon the onset of August, Aberdeen witnesses an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 16°C (60.8°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. During the nights of August, Aberdeen maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 11.2°C (52.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Aberdeen is 84%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout August, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.3 days and collects up to 443mm (17.44") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 13.8°C (56.8°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Aberdeen is 15h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm BST.

Sunshine

June through August, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in August leads to these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Aberdeen?

The high-temperature, in August, in Aberdeen, records 16°C (60.8°F), while the low-temperature is 11.2°C (52.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.

How much does it rain in Aberdeen in August?

In Aberdeen, United Kingdom, during August, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in June through September.

When is the sea warmest in Aberdeen?

August is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, the average seawater temperature in August is 13.8°C (56.8°F). Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Aberdeen have in August?

In Aberdeen, the average day length in August is 15h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Aberdeen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Aberdeen, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm BST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Aberdeen?

The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Aberdeen have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, is 7.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Aberdeen?

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Aberdeen?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average temperature in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average pressure in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average humidity in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in August: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.7°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in August: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average UV index in August - Aberdeen, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in August
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average visibility in August - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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