Chester Weather in August (1981–2025)

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August at a Glance in Chester

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
19.1°C
Avg Low
❄️
11.1°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
15.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
74 mm
Avg Humidity
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84%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+6.1°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Chester August Weather Overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Chester, with average highs near 19.1°C and lows around 11.1°C (mean 15.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 74 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

Chester August Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Chester. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Augusts in Chester were 1995, 1997 and 2022 — when the month averaged 17.1°C — while the coldest was 1986 at 12.3°C. Typical August days reach 19.1°C with nights near 11.1°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp15.0°C→15.9°C+0.9°C
Max Temp19.0°C→20.0°C+1°C
Min Temp10.9°C→11.7°C+0.8°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

12.0°C–13.5°C3 yr (7%)
13.5°C–15.0°C15 yr (33%)
15.0°C–16.5°C23 yr (51%)
16.5°C–18.0°C4 yr (9%)

Chester August Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

August is about average for rainfall in Chester, averaging 74 mm of rainfall. The wettest August on record was 2004 with 143 mm, while the driest was 1995 at 14 mm.

Chester August Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Chester during August averages 84%. The most humid August was 2002 at 87%, and the least humid was 2022 at 78%.

Chester August Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

August receives about 4.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Chester. The sunniest August was 1995 at 5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2008 at 3.4.

Chester August Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Chester during August is 2.5 m/s. The windiest August was 1985 at 3.5 m/s, while the calmest was 1984 at 1.9 m/s.

What August Feels Like in Chester

🌅
Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How August Ranks in Chester

🔥2nd warmest month of the year
🌧️6th wettest month of the year
☀️4th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Chester Weather by Month

Chester August Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp14.5°C15.2°C15.2°C14.8°C15.9°C+1.4°C
Avg High18.4°C19.4°C19.1°C18.7°C20.0°C+1.6°C
Avg Low10.5°C11.0°C11.4°C10.9°C11.8°C+1.3°C
Avg Rain71 mm67 mm81 mm81 mm63 mm-8 mm

Extreme August Records in Chester

🔥Warmest August29.4°C1990
🧊Coldest August5.4°C1986
🌧️Wettest August143 mm2004
🏜️Driest August14 mm1995
🌬️Windiest August3.5 m/s1985

Key Insights for August

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August temperatures in Chester have risen by about 0.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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August has ranged from a record low of 5.4°C (1986) to a record high of 29.4°C (1990).

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Rainfall in August is about average for rainfall, averaging 74 mm, with a wettest year of 143 mm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Chester?

One of the best times to visit Chester

August is one of the best times to visit Chester. Expect days averaging 19.1°C and nights around 11.1°C (mean 15.1°C) — warmer than Chester's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (74 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Chester's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Chester Weather in August — In Depth

☀️ August climate overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Chester, with average highs near 19.1°C and lows around 11.1°C (mean 15.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 74 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in August

August averages 74 mm of rainfall in Chester, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest August on record saw 143 mm (2004), and the driest just 14 mm (1995). Humidity sits around 84% and average wind speed is 2.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.1 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How August has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have risen by about 0.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 19°C to 20°C and overnight lows from 10.9°C to 11.7°C over the same span.
August Weather in Chester, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202520.8°C16.3°C11.8°C25.4°C8.7°C29 mm81%2.4 m/s4.3
202419.4°C15.5°C11.5°C23.7°C8.3°C49 mm84%2.9 m/s4
202319.2°C15.5°C11.7°C24.6°C9.1°C98 mm85%2.7 m/s4.2
202221.7°C17.1°C12.5°C28.7°C9.5°C33 mm78%2 m/s4.7
202118.9°C15.0°C11.1°C21.8°C7.9°C51 mm85%2.2 m/s3.9
202020.0°C16.2°C12.3°C27.1°C5.6°C121 mm85%2.7 m/s3.9
201919.8°C15.8°C11.8°C25.2°C8.4°C100 mm84%2.8 m/s4.1
201819.8°C15.6°C11.5°C24.6°C7.3°C50 mm83%2.4 m/s3.8
201718.3°C14.4°C10.6°C22.3°C8.4°C87 mm85%2.4 m/s4.2
201619.3°C15.5°C11.6°C23.6°C9.1°C75 mm85%2.8 m/s4.1
201518.7°C14.4°C10.2°C21.5°C7.1°C89 mm83%2.4 m/s4.1
201417.2°C13.6°C10.1°C20.3°C7.0°C108 mm84%3 m/s4.2
201319.4°C15.2°C11.1°C25.3°C8.4°C74 mm85%2.4 m/s4.2
201218.8°C15.1°C11.5°C22.4°C7.5°C96 mm86%2.4 m/s3.8
201117.8°C14.1°C10.4°C22.2°C7.7°C63 mm84%2.3 m/s3.7
201017.8°C13.9°C10.0°C22.5°C5.7°C69 mm85%2.6 m/s4.2
200919.2°C15.2°C11.2°C22.5°C8.1°C64 mm85%2.8 m/s4
200818.8°C15.2°C11.6°C23.2°C7.8°C112 mm86%2.8 m/s3.4
200718.2°C14.3°C10.5°C23.0°C7.6°C58 mm86%2.6 m/s4.2
200617.9°C14.6°C11.3°C23.8°C8.6°C82 mm86%2.8 m/s3.9
200519.1°C15.0°C10.8°C23.7°C8.1°C54 mm84%2.5 m/s4.5
2004 🌧️19.8°C16.1°C12.4°C23.8°C8.2°C143 mm86%2.4 m/s4
200320.5°C16.2°C12.0°C27.2°C6.4°C31 mm84%2 m/s4.3
200219.3°C15.4°C11.4°C23.5°C9.1°C91 mm87%2 m/s3.8
200119.2°C15.3°C11.4°C22.9°C8.6°C92 mm85%2.1 m/s3.9
200019.0°C15.1°C11.2°C22.7°C8.2°C82 mm86%2.1 m/s4.2
199918.6°C14.8°C11.0°C23.5°C7.1°C121 mm86%2.2 m/s3.8
199818.9°C14.7°C10.6°C23.7°C7.6°C56 mm85%2.8 m/s4.2
199721.5°C17.1°C12.7°C25.9°C10.0°C74 mm84%2.3 m/s4.3
199618.9°C15.0°C11.0°C24.7°C8.6°C74 mm83%2.4 m/s4.2
1995 🔥21.9°C17.1°C12.3°C26.8°C7.7°C14 mm80%2.3 m/s5
199418.0°C14.2°C10.5°C23.3°C7.9°C75 mm83%2.6 m/s4.2
199317.4°C13.2°C8.9°C21.1°C5.7°C54 mm83%2.3 m/s4.2
199217.5°C13.8°C10.0°C20.6°C6.1°C127 mm82%3 m/s4.1
199120.5°C15.6°C10.7°C23.2°C8.0°C29 mm82%2.3 m/s4.1
199021.0°C16.6°C12.2°C29.4°C9.1°C44 mm79%2.6 m/s3.9
198919.1°C14.9°C10.7°C22.3°C8.2°C58 mm81%2.8 m/s4.2
198817.7°C13.8°C9.9°C24.0°C7.0°C69 mm84%2.9 m/s4.2
198718.0°C14.4°C10.8°C23.9°C6.8°C81 mm85%2.5 m/s3.8
1986 ❄️15.8°C12.3°C8.8°C19.0°C5.4°C100 mm83%2.9 m/s3.8
198516.7°C13.3°C9.8°C20.4°C7.4°C95 mm85%3.5 m/s3.6
198420.8°C16.3°C11.7°C25.3°C7.9°C54 mm81%1.9 m/s4.5
198320.1°C15.6°C11.0°C24.3°C6.4°C45 mm83%2 m/s—
198218.1°C14.5°C10.8°C24.6°C7.7°C79 mm83%2.9 m/s—
198119.4°C15.3°C11.3°C23.2°C7.5°C58 mm84%2 m/s—

Actual recorded August data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Chester August Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Chester in August?▼

The average high in August is around 19.1°C with lows near 11.1°C (mean 15.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Chester in August?▼

August averages 74 mm of rainfall in Chester, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 143 mm in 2004.

What was the hottest August on record in Chester?▼

The hottest August reached 29.4°C in 1990. The coldest dipped to 5.4°C in 1986.

Has August in Chester gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have risen by about 0.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 19°C to 20°C and overnight lows from 10.9°C to 11.7°C over the same span.

Is August a good time to visit Chester?▼

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Chester and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 19.1°C daytime highs and 11.1°C at night.

Is August the coldest month in Chester?▼

Not quite — August is the 11th coolest month in Chester, averaging 15.1°C.

What should I pack for Chester in August?▼

For August in Chester, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 19.1°C and lows of 11.1°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Chester humid in August?▼

Relative humidity in August averages 84% — quite humid.

How windy is Chester in August?▼

Average wind speed in August is 2.5 m/s. The windiest August on record averaged 3.5 m/s (1985).

Which August had the most rainfall in Chester?▼

The wettest August on record was 2004 with 143 mm. On average, August sees 74 mm.

Where does this August weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Chester behaves each August, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for August specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.