Woodlesford Weather in August (1981–2025)

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August at a Glance in Woodlesford

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
20.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
11.0°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
15.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
68 mm
Avg Humidity
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82%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.9 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+6.4°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Woodlesford August Weather Overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Woodlesford, with average highs near 20°C and lows around 11°C (mean 15.5°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 68 mm of rainfall and 82% relative humidity across the period.

Woodlesford August Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Woodlesford. Across 45 years of records, the warmest August in Woodlesford was 1997 — when the month averaged 17.7°C — while the coldest was 1986 at 12.5°C. Typical August days reach 20°C with nights near 11°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp15.3°C→16.2°C+0.9°C
Max Temp19.8°C→20.8°C+1°C
Min Temp10.7°C→11.6°C+0.9°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°C1 yr (2%)
13.5°C–15.0°C13 yr (29%)
15.0°C–16.5°C23 yr (51%)
16.5°C–18.0°C8 yr (18%)

Woodlesford August Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

August is about average for rainfall in Woodlesford, averaging 68 mm of rainfall. The wettest August on record was 2004 with 153 mm, while the driest was 1995 at 11 mm.

Woodlesford August Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Woodlesford during August averages 82%. The most humid August was 2002 at 85%, and the least humid was 1992 at 77%.

Woodlesford August Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

August receives about 4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Woodlesford. The sunniest August was 2022 at 4.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1986 and 1987 at 3.2.

Woodlesford August Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Woodlesford during August is 2.9 m/s. The windiest August was 1985 at 4.1 m/s, while the calmest were 1983 and 1984 at 2.2 m/s.

What August Feels Like in Woodlesford

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

How August Ranks in Woodlesford

🔥2nd warmest month of the year
🌧️3rd wettest month of the year
☀️4th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Woodlesford Weather by Month

Woodlesford August Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp14.8°C15.7°C15.7°C15.2°C16.3°C+1.5°C
Avg High19.2°C20.4°C20.1°C19.6°C20.8°C+1.6°C
Avg Low10.4°C11.0°C11.3°C10.9°C11.7°C+1.3°C
Avg Rain65 mm55 mm87 mm78 mm50 mm-15 mm

Extreme August Records in Woodlesford

🔥Warmest August30.8°C1990
🧊Coldest August4.5°C2012
🌧️Wettest August153 mm2004
🏜️Driest August11 mm1995
🌬️Windiest August4.1 m/s1985

Key Insights for August

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August temperatures in Woodlesford 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 4.5°C (2012) to a record high of 30.8°C (1990).

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Rainfall in August is about average for rainfall, averaging 68 mm, with a wettest year of 153 mm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Woodlesford?

One of the best times to visit Woodlesford

August is one of the best times to visit Woodlesford. Expect days averaging 20°C and nights around 11°C (mean 15.5°C) — warmer than Woodlesford's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (68 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Woodlesford'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 →

Woodlesford Weather in August — In Depth

☀️ August climate overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Woodlesford, with average highs near 20°C and lows around 11°C (mean 15.5°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 68 mm of rainfall and 82% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in August

August averages 68 mm of rainfall in Woodlesford, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest August on record saw 153 mm (2004), and the driest just 11 mm (1995). Humidity sits around 82% and average wind speed is 2.9 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4 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 19.8°C to 20.8°C and overnight lows from 10.7°C to 11.6°C over the same span.
August Weather in Woodlesford, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202521.3°C16.6°C11.9°C27.1°C9.3°C22 mm79%2.9 m/s4.1
202420.4°C16.0°C11.6°C27.0°C7.1°C29 mm82%3.4 m/s4
202320.2°C15.7°C11.3°C26.0°C7.9°C92 mm83%2.9 m/s3.8
202222.5°C17.4°C12.3°C28.4°C7.9°C25 mm78%2.4 m/s4.8
202119.8°C15.4°C11.1°C22.5°C7.4°C40 mm83%2.7 m/s3.7
202020.6°C16.4°C12.2°C26.8°C6.9°C90 mm83%3.3 m/s3.7
201920.9°C16.4°C11.9°C27.2°C9.0°C71 mm82%3.4 m/s4.2
201820.4°C16.0°C11.6°C25.2°C6.7°C48 mm82%2.7 m/s3.9
201718.7°C14.4°C10.2°C22.1°C6.8°C77 mm83%2.9 m/s4.2
201620.0°C15.7°C11.4°C24.5°C7.1°C101 mm83%3.2 m/s4.3
201520.0°C15.3°C10.6°C23.6°C6.7°C74 mm81%2.9 m/s3.9
201418.0°C14.0°C10.0°C21.8°C5.3°C99 mm82%3.5 m/s3.9
201320.4°C15.8°C11.2°C26.8°C7.2°C70 mm82%2.9 m/s4.2
201219.9°C15.5°C11.1°C23.6°C4.5°C92 mm84%2.7 m/s3.7
201119.1°C14.8°C10.5°C23.8°C7.0°C81 mm81%2.8 m/s3.7
201018.7°C14.4°C10.0°C23.8°C6.0°C64 mm83%3.1 m/s3.9
200920.2°C15.8°C11.5°C23.7°C8.6°C80 mm83%3.3 m/s3.9
200819.6°C15.6°C11.6°C23.5°C7.7°C127 mm85%3.1 m/s3.4
200719.2°C14.7°C10.2°C25.3°C7.8°C47 mm83%3.1 m/s4.3
200619.3°C15.2°C11.2°C25.4°C8.1°C100 mm83%3.1 m/s3.6
200520.0°C15.2°C10.4°C25.0°C7.5°C65 mm82%2.8 m/s4.1
2004 🌧️20.6°C16.4°C12.3°C25.7°C7.7°C153 mm85%2.7 m/s3.7
200321.1°C16.5°C11.8°C28.2°C6.5°C25 mm82%2.4 m/s4.2
200220.8°C16.3°C11.9°C26.7°C9.0°C127 mm85%2.4 m/s3.7
200120.2°C15.9°C11.5°C26.0°C7.9°C80 mm83%2.5 m/s3.8
200019.9°C15.4°C10.9°C23.4°C7.3°C70 mm83%2.5 m/s4.2
199919.2°C15.0°C10.8°C27.3°C4.9°C89 mm83%2.8 m/s3.8
199819.3°C14.8°C10.4°C23.8°C5.3°C42 mm82%3.4 m/s4.2
1997 🔥22.6°C17.7°C12.8°C27.1°C8.7°C56 mm82%2.5 m/s4.1
199620.2°C15.5°C10.9°C27.0°C8.2°C66 mm81%2.7 m/s4
199522.4°C17.1°C11.8°C27.9°C7.8°C11 mm78%2.5 m/s4.7
199419.0°C14.7°C10.3°C24.8°C6.6°C55 mm81%3.1 m/s4.1
199318.2°C13.5°C8.8°C22.1°C5.7°C64 mm80%2.9 m/s4
199219.1°C14.7°C10.3°C22.8°C5.7°C94 mm77%3.8 m/s4
199121.7°C16.6°C11.4°C24.5°C8.4°C28 mm77%2.9 m/s4.2
199022.1°C17.2°C12.2°C30.8°C6.7°C41 mm77%3.2 m/s4.2
198920.0°C15.3°C10.7°C24.3°C7.0°C41 mm79%3.4 m/s4.3
198818.6°C14.3°C10.1°C24.9°C7.3°C61 mm82%3.3 m/s4
198718.7°C14.6°C10.6°C24.9°C6.5°C79 mm84%2.9 m/s3.2
1986 ❄️16.5°C12.5°C8.4°C19.6°C5.3°C106 mm82%3.2 m/s3.2
198517.7°C13.8°C9.8°C21.5°C7.3°C81 mm82%4.1 m/s3.6
198421.2°C16.5°C11.7°C25.3°C7.9°C45 mm81%2.2 m/s4.3
198320.9°C16.0°C11.0°C24.8°C6.8°C37 mm82%2.2 m/s—
198219.1°C14.8°C10.5°C25.5°C5.7°C80 mm82%3.5 m/s—
198119.9°C15.2°C10.5°C24.2°C6.7°C55 mm83%2.5 m/s—

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

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Woodlesford August Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Woodlesford in August?▼

The average high in August is around 20°C with lows near 11°C (mean 15.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Woodlesford in August?▼

August averages 68 mm of rainfall in Woodlesford, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 153 mm in 2004.

What was the hottest August on record in Woodlesford?▼

The hottest August reached 30.8°C in 1990. The coldest dipped to 4.5°C in 2012.

Has August in Woodlesford 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 19.8°C to 20.8°C and overnight lows from 10.7°C to 11.6°C over the same span.

Is August a good time to visit Woodlesford?▼

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Woodlesford and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 20°C daytime highs and 11°C at night.

Is August the coldest month in Woodlesford?▼

Not quite — August is the 11th coolest month in Woodlesford, averaging 15.5°C.

What should I pack for Woodlesford in August?▼

For August in Woodlesford, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Woodlesford humid in August?▼

Relative humidity in August averages 82% — quite humid.

How windy is Woodlesford in August?▼

Average wind speed in August is 2.9 m/s. The windiest August on record averaged 4.1 m/s (1985).

Which August had the most rainfall in Woodlesford?▼

The wettest August on record was 2004 with 153 mm. On average, August sees 68 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 Woodlesford 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.