Average weather for Scarborough in August
It's cool to moderate in August in Scarborough with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 11°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Scarborough with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 9°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 10°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 Scarborough is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Scarborough in August |
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18°C | 30°C | |
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20°C | 31°C | |
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16°C | -5°C | |
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56 mm | 79 mm | |
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10 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 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 Scarborough?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Scarborough. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2023, Scarborough reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Scarborough
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Scarborough, 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 Scarborough
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Scarborough, 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 10 days of precipitation in Scarborough.
Daily UV index in August in Scarborough
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Scarborough, 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 Scarborough over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Scarborough, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Scarborough over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Scarborough, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Scarborough
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Scarborough. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Scarborough by month
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