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August is a good month in Downpatrick

Climate Overview

Downpatrick, United Kingdom in August has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.8°C (64°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 14 days this month. Sea temperature stays cool at 16.4°C (62°F).

This month falls at the end of Summer.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout August, with daily highs around 17°C (63°F).

August sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 92 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 13th, averaging 18.7°C (66°F).

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Monthly August Averages

Temperature
18°C / 13°C
Feels Like
16°C / 11°C
Rain
14 days · 93 mm
Sunshine
8.9h / day
Humidity
81% — Very Humid
Wind
24 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (224°)
Gusts
40 km/h
Daylight
14.8 h
Cloud Cover
71%
Clear Sky Days
0.7
UV Index
4.8 — Moderate
Sea Temperature
16°C
Dew Point
12°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 3%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:01
Daylight 14.9h
Sunset 20:57

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
8°C / 5°C
Feels Like
4°C / 0°C
Rain
14days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
3.8h Poor
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
1days
February
Poor
Temp
8°C / 5°C
Feels Like
4°C / -1°C
Rain
14days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
2days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 5°C
Feels Like
5°C / 0°C
Rain
14days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
April
Poor
Temp
11°C / 6°C
Feels Like
7°C / 2°C
Rain
11days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
3.9 Moderate
May best
Fair
Temp
14°C / 9°C
Feels Like
12°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.3 High
June best
Good
Temp
17°C / 12°C
Feels Like
15°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.6 High
July best
Good
Temp
18°C / 13°C
Feels Like
17°C / 11°C
Rain
15days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
5.1 High
August best
Good
Temp
18°C / 13°C
Feels Like
16°C / 11°C
Rain
14days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
4.8 Moderate
September best
Good
Temp
16°C / 12°C
Feels Like
14°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (98 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
October
Poor
Temp
13°C / 10°C
Feels Like
10°C / 6°C
Rain
16days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 7°C
Feels Like
7°C / 3°C
Rain
15days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.1 Low
December
Poor
Temp
9°C / 6°C
Feels Like
5°C / 1°C
Rain
14days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
2.8h Poor
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
0.6 Low
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 8°C / 5°C 4°C / 0°C 14days (78 mm) Wet 3.8h Poor 83% Humid 0.9 Low Poor View Details
February 8°C / 5°C 4°C / -1°C 14days (85 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 80% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
March 9°C / 5°C 5°C / 0°C 14days (78 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 80% Humid 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 6°C 7°C / 2°C 11days (58 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 78% Humid 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 14°C / 9°C 12°C / 6°C 11days (55 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 79% Humid 5.3 High Fair View Details
June best 17°C / 12°C 15°C / 9°C 14days (73 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 79% Humid 5.6 High Good View Details
July best 18°C / 13°C 17°C / 11°C 15days (86 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 81% Humid 5.1 High Good View Details
August best 18°C / 13°C 16°C / 11°C 14days (93 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 81% Humid 4.8 Moderate Good View Details
September best 16°C / 12°C 14°C / 9°C 14days (98 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 81% Humid 3.3 Moderate Good View Details
October 13°C / 10°C 10°C / 6°C 16days (111 mm) Wet 5.3h Fair 81% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
November 10°C / 7°C 7°C / 3°C 15days (101 mm) Wet 4h Fair 82% Humid 1.1 Low Poor View Details
December 9°C / 6°C 5°C / 1°C 14days (101 mm) Wet 2.8h Poor 84% Humid 0.6 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

August is typically good for visiting Downpatrick, with average highs of 18°C (64°F) and around 14 rainy days. Downpatrick, United Kingdom in August has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.8°C (64°F) and noticeably cooler morn
Downpatrick typically sees around 14 rainy days in August with 93 mm (3.7 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Evenings in Downpatrick during August are mild at 13°C (56°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 13°C (56°F) in August, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, August offers some of the best weather conditions in Downpatrick with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Downpatrick during August is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Downpatrick gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in August, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Downpatrick during August based on 10-year climate averages.

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