Weather in August
As August rolls in, summertime heat remains robust in Sunderland, but with signs of the imminent fall season. The sea hits its highest temperature, reaching a summery 15.7°C (60.3°F). Despite the reduced daylight duration compared to the span of sunny July, August underpins an endearing balance of extended daylight and warmth before autumn arrives. The ambiance of underlying fall winks through the bounty of summer as Sunderland proceeds towards September.
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most individuals in 15.7°C (60.3°F). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging to control as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
On the first day of August in Sunderland, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm BST.
Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Sunderland, United Kingdom.Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most individuals in 15.7°C (60.3°F). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging to control as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Sunderland, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 54min.On the first day of August in Sunderland, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm BST.
Frequently asked questions
What month is the sea warmest in Sunderland?
With an average sea temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Sunderland, United Kingdom.
What is the sea water temperature in August in Sunderland?
In Sunderland, the average seawater temperature in August is 15.7°C (60.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Sunderland have in August?
The average day length in August in Sunderland, United Kingdom, is 14h and 54min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Sunderland?
On the first day of August in Sunderland, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm BST.
Average sea temperature in August
Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in August: 15.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.7°C).
Average daylight in August
Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
Sunderland, United Kingdom
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