Average weather for Fort William in August
It's cool in August in Fort William with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 9°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Fort William with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 9°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 14°C, with nights around 9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Fort William is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Fort William is 15°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
In August, there is an average of 109 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Fort William in August |
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14°C | 30°C | |
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15°C | 31°C | |
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12°C | -5°C | |
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109 mm | 79 mm | |
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17 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Fort William?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Fort William. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2021, Fort William reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Fort William
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Fort William, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Fort William
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Fort William, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 17 days of precipitation in Fort William.
Daily UV index in August in Fort William
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Fort William, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Fort William over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Fort William, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Fort William over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Fort William, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Fort William
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Average weather in Fort William by month
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