August · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Canterbury in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Canterbury in August
Average temperature 19°C, 49 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Canterbury scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 19°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Canterbury is England's cathedral city-medieval lanes, Chaucer pilgrim lore, and Kent countryside an hour from London. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
August ranks 3rd of 12 for Canterbury — one of the best windows
At 19°C (66°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 49 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Canterbury at 8.8/10 (3rd of 12), just behind June at 9.4/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Canterbury in August?
- In August, Canterbury averages 19°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Canterbury?
- August earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Canterbury in August?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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