Weather in Dorset for August 2026
The forecast for the next days in Dorset predicts temperatures to be around 21 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Dorset at the beginning of August is 19 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 18 °C by the end of August.
The climate of Dorset in August is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 49.3 mm of precipitation.
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Dorset Weather August
Temperatures trend during August in Dorset
August weather in Dorset day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Aug. | Sunny | 20° /14° | 1.1 mm | 6 | |
| 2 Aug. | Sunny | 19° /13° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
| 3 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 4 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /14° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 5 Aug. | Sunny | 19° /15° | 0.3 mm | 6.3 | |
| 6 Aug. | Sunny | 19° /14° | 0 mm | 5.7 | |
| 7 Aug. | Sunny | 18° /13° | 0 mm | 5.9 | |
| 8 Aug. | Sunny | 20° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 9 Aug. | Sunny | 23° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 10 Aug. | Sunny | 21° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 11 Aug. | Sunny | 22° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 12 Aug. | Sunny | 22° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 13 Aug. | Sunny | 20° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 14 Aug. | Sunny | 20° /17° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 15 Aug. | Sunny | 20° /17° | 1.4 mm | 5 | |
| 16 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /17° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 17 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 23° /17° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 18 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 1.6 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 19° /15° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| 21 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 18° /13° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 22 Aug. | Cloudy | 18° /15° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 23 Aug. | Cloudy | 19° /15° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 24 Aug. | Moderate rain at times | 19° /14° | 7.2 mm | 5 | |
| 25 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /14° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 26 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /15° | 0.8 mm | 4 | |
| 27 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /14° | 1.3 mm | 4 | |
| 28 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 18° /14° | 3.8 mm | 4 | |
| 29 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /13° | 6.8 mm | 4 | |
| 30 Aug. | Overcast | 18° /13° | 1.3 mm | 4 | |
| 31 Aug. | Light rain shower | 18° /14° | 7.3 mm | 4 | |
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Dorset in August - FAQ
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Dorset water temperatures in August
The average water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean near Dorset in August is 15.8 °C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the month.
- What is the water temperature in Dorset in August?
- The average water temperature in Dorset in August is 15.8 °C.
- Can you swim in Dorset in August?
- Brisk: quick dips and active swimming are fine, but pack a 2–3 mm spring suit if you plan longer sessions or early-morning outings.
August rainfall patterns in Dorset
UV exposure in Dorset during August
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