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Cardiff weather in August

Long-run climate averages for Cardiff, Wales in August, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

August at a glance

In August, Cardiff averages 20°C by day and 13°C at night. The wettest month is usually October.

August in Cardiff averages a daytime high of 20°C and an overnight low of 13°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. It is among the three warmest months of the year here. Across the whole year Cardiff sees roughly 1510 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Cardiff forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Cardiff weather by month

what to expect in Cardiff through the year

Here is Cardiff's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Cardiff by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Apr
12°
Cool
May
17°
Mild
Jun
20°
11°
Mild
Jul
19°
12°
Mild
Aug
20°
13°
Mild
Sep
19°
12°
Mild
Oct
15°
Mild
Wettest
Nov
11°
Cool
Dec
10°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Cardiff in August?
Cardiff averages a daytime high of 20°C in August, with overnight lows around 13°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is August a good time to visit Cardiff?
The most comfortable time to visit Cardiff is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Cardiff in August?
The wettest month in Cardiff is usually October. Across the year the city sees roughly 1510 mm of precipitation.

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