Musselburgh in August
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
14Rainy days (81 mm)
14:50 hDaylight
05:51Sunrise · 20:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 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 (±3.4 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 | 6°C | 3°C | 78 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.6 |
| February | 6°C | 3°C | 64 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.0 |
| March | 8°C | 3°C | 61 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.0 |
| April | 10°C | 5°C | 54 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 12°C | 7°C | 58 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| June | 15°C | 10°C | 71 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
| July | 17°C | 12°C | 77 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 17°C | 12°C | 81 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 15°C | 10°C | 67 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 12°C | 8°C | 89 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.6 |
| November | 9°C | 5°C | 80 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.1 |
| December | 7°C | 3°C | 82 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Musselburgh in August?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Musselburgh?
The best months are July, August, September, June.