Barnstaple in August
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
13Rainy days (71 mm)
14:21 hDaylight
06:10Sunrise · 20:31 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±5.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 4°C | 79 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 8°C | 3°C | 66 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.2 |
| March | 9°C | 4°C | 63 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 12°C | 6°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 14°C | 8°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 17°C | 11°C | 65 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.6 |
| July | 19°C | 13°C | 67 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| August | 19°C | 13°C | 71 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| September | 17°C | 11°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| October | 14°C | 9°C | 84 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 11°C | 6°C | 88 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.2 |
| December | 8°C | 4°C | 95 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Barnstaple in August?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Barnstaple?
The best months are July, August, September, June.