The Met Office has delivered its final verdict on Scotland's August weather, indicating that while temperatures may creep above average during dry spells, rain is also on the horizon. Following a summer of contrasts, with heatwaves in southern UK and cooler conditions in the north, forecasters expect higher pressure to bring more settled conditions as August progresses. However, Scotland will remain susceptible to Atlantic rain bands and coastal breezes.
What to expect in August
According to the Met Office's long-range forecast, the sunniest and hottest spells will target southern parts of the UK, but Scotland is still in line for some summer warmth. Temperatures could exceed the seasonal average during dry periods, though heavy downpours and thundery showers may disrupt outdoor plans. Scots are advised to keep both suncream and waterproofs handy.
The Met Office states: "As we move into the second weekend of August, conditions across the UK are set to bring a mix of sunshine, showers, and changing temperatures."
Detailed forecast for the second weekend
Saturday will begin with a squally band of rain moving southeast across Scotland, weakening as it progresses, leaving only a few showers by the time it reaches northern Wales and northern England. Blustery showers will follow into northern Scotland, where it will remain windy. Elsewhere, conditions will be predominantly dry with sunny spells and variable cloud cover. Temperatures will range from rather cool in the northwest to warm in the southeast, with highs of 24-26°C across central, southern, and eastern England, and isolated spots reaching 27°C.
Showers over Scotland will become confined to coastal northern and western areas overnight, with winds gradually easing. Most other regions will see clear skies, particularly across southern and central parts of the UK. In rural areas, conditions will turn chilly, with isolated fog patches forming in the south and west. Minimum temperatures will fall to mid-single figures Celsius in rural locations.
