Weather in York in August
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
August is an excellent time to visit York. York has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 21°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 15 rainy days per month.
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Is August a good time to visit York?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
5:41 AM
8:39 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 4°C | 11 | Good |
| February | 9°C | 3°C | 16 | Wet |
| March | 10°C | 2°C | 8 | Good |
| April | 14°C | 4°C | 7 | Good |
| May | 17°C | 7°C | 8 | Excellent (best) |
| June | 18°C | 11°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 19°C | 11°C | 16 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 21°C | 13°C | 15 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 18°C | 10°C | 7 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 16 | Wet |
| November | 11°C | 5°C | 14 | Wet |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 18 | Wet |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for August
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is August a good time to visit York? +
August is typically Excellent for visiting York, with average highs of 21°C and around 15 rainy days.
What should I pack for York in August? +
With highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in York in August? +
York typically sees around 15 rainy days in August.
How many hours of daylight are there in York in August? +
In August, York gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day.
Is August peak season in York? +
Yes, August is peak season in York. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit York? +
The best months to visit York are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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