The climate in Somerset during August can be summarized as hot, humid and a little damp.
August is in the summer in Somerset and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a muggy 30°C (86°F), whilst at night 17°C (63°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 29.7°C 85.5°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 17.3°C 63.1°F |
| Average temperature | 23.5°C 74.3°F |
| Daily sunshine | 8.8 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 100 mm 3.9 ins |
| Rainy days | 9 days |
| Sea temperature | 25.2°C 77.4°F |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Windspeed | 10.1kph 6 mph |
On average August is the 4th driest month of the year in Somerset with around 100mm 3.9 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day.
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 Somerset in August 2025.
Best places to visit in August
| Hottest month: | July | 30.1°C 86.2°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 70mm 2.8ins |
| Sunniest month: | August | 8.8hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 5.5°C 41.9°F |
| Wettest month: | July | 125mm 4.9ins |