Folkestone in August
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
10Rainy days (65 mm)
14:21 hDaylight
05:49Sunrise · 20:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy 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 (±3.5 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 | 8°C | 5°C | 101 mm | 16 | – | – | 4.6 |
| February | 7°C | 5°C | 71 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.0 |
| March | 9°C | 6°C | 55 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 10°C | 8°C | 48 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 13°C | 10°C | 53 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 16°C | 13°C | 53 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 18°C | 15°C | 54 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 19°C | 16°C | 65 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 17°C | 15°C | 70 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| October | 15°C | 12°C | 110 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 11°C | 9°C | 115 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.0 |
| December | 9°C | 6°C | 112 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Folkestone in August?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Folkestone?
The best months are August, July, June, September.