Dumfries in August
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
15Rainy days (91 mm)
14:44 hDaylight
05:56Sunrise · 20:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.5 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 (±4.5 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 | 101 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.4 |
| February | 7°C | 2°C | 87 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.9 |
| March | 9°C | 3°C | 74 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.1 |
| April | 12°C | 4°C | 69 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 15°C | 7°C | 71 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 17°C | 10°C | 77 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.4 |
| July | 19°C | 12°C | 82 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.5 |
| August | 18°C | 11°C | 91 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 16°C | 10°C | 77 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 103 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.6 |
| November | 9°C | 4°C | 99 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.0 |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 107 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dumfries in August?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Dumfries?
The best months are July, September, June, August.