Cambridge in August
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
11Rainy days (61 mm)
14:27 hDaylight
05:50Sunrise · 20:17 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.2 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 | 7°C | 2°C | 50 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.2 |
| February | 8°C | 2°C | 40 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.5 |
| March | 10°C | 4°C | 43 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.9 |
| April | 13°C | 5°C | 48 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.3 |
| May | 16°C | 8°C | 54 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| June | 19°C | 11°C | 59 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 22°C | 13°C | 60 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 22°C | 13°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 19°C | 11°C | 50 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.4 |
| October | 15°C | 8°C | 57 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.5 |
| November | 10°C | 5°C | 55 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.8 |
| December | 8°C | 3°C | 52 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cambridge in August?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Cambridge?
The best months are July, August, September, June.