August · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Portree in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Portree in August
Average temperature 14°C, 148 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.7/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 148 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Portree scores 7.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 14°C, 148 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Portree's painted harbour houses are the base for the Isle of Skye, with the Old Man of Storr and Quiraing nearby.
August in Portree: strong conditions, 5th of 12
Temperatures hover around 14°C (58°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
148 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.7/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Portree in August?
- In August, Portree averages 14°C, 148 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Portree?
- August earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Portree in August?
- Expect about 148 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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