What August feels like in Glasgow
In Glasgow, August brings late summer. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Glasgow in August
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. A rainy day brings about 6.8 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 6.5 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 5:47 am and sets around 8:57 pm local time, giving 15 h 10 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 1 h 53 min less daylight than in mid-July. The sun is out for roughly 58% of those daylight hours, so sun and cloud share the day.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Glasgow. Against July, the average high is 0.8°C (1.4°F) lower, with 13 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into September. By September, typical highs are 15.6°C (60.1°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Glasgow in August
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Glasgow in August?
Expect around 17.3°C (63.1°F) in the afternoon and 11.1°C (52°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Glasgow in August?
Quite a lot — 122 mm spread over about 18 days.
What should I wear in Glasgow in August?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Glasgow?
September, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Glasgow's months, against #6 for the other. September is cooler and has fewer rainy days.