Elgin Weather in August

What's the weather like in Elgin (Scotland) in August 2024?

The climate in Elgin during August can be summarized as mild and a little damp.

August is in the summer in Elgin and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 17°C (63°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.

Elgin weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 17.3°C 63.1°F
Nightly temperature 9.1°C 48.4°F
Average temperature 13.2°C 55.8°F
Daily sunshine 4.8 hrs
Avg rainfall 83 mm 3.3 ins
Rainy days 17 days
Sea temperature 13.5°C 56.3°F
Humidity 83%
Windspeed 15.1kph 9 mph

On average August is the wettest month of the year in Elgin with around 83mm 3.3 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.8 hours of sunshine per day.

August temperatures in Elgin

Elgin average temperature in August

August rainfall

Elgin average rain in August

August hourly sunshine

Elgin average rain in August

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Elgin in August 2024.

Other monthly averages

Best places to visit in August

UV index Best time to go?

Elgin weather stats

Elgin weather statistics
Hottest month: July 17.2°C 63°F
Driest month: February 48mm 1.9ins
Sunniest month: May 5.8hrs
Coldest month: February 5.5°C 41.9°F
Wettest month: August 83mm 3.3ins
Map showing location of Elgin (57.65, -3.33333) Elgin map pin © Google

Top United Kingdom locations