Preston in August
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
17Rainy days (112 mm)
14:36 hDaylight
05:57Sunrise · 20:33 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Very wet: about 17 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.8 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 (±4.8 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 | 3°C | 102 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.4 |
| February | 7°C | 3°C | 87 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.8 |
| March | 9°C | 4°C | 81 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.1 |
| April | 12°C | 5°C | 72 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 15°C | 8°C | 77 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 17°C | 11°C | 89 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| July | 19°C | 13°C | 98 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.3 |
| August | 19°C | 13°C | 112 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 17°C | 11°C | 97 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 13°C | 8°C | 116 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 10°C | 6°C | 116 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.7 |
| December | 7°C | 3°C | 123 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Preston in August?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Preston?
The best months are June, July, September, May.