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Porthcawl in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Porthcawl in August 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether August is a good month to travel to Porthcawl, Wales.

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Porthcawl in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Porthcawl in August in summary
Favourable weather
Min 14°C Max 18°C 76 mm 5 day(s) 89% 52% 18°C 12.1 h/day
Best activities in August
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 05:01 19:37
Hourly weather

Average weather in Porthcawl in August 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Porthcawl in August 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in August. This allows you to forecast the weather in August 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Porthcawl in August

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Porthcawl in August.

Temperatures and rain in Porthcawl in August

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in August.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of August is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Porthcawl in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Porthcawl in August

Check the seasonal normals in Porthcawl in August and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
August
Weather data July August September
Outside temperature
Average temperature 16.7°C 16.4°C 14.8°C
Maximum temperature 18.8°C 18.4°C 17.2°C
Minimum temperature 14.6°C 14.3°C 12.4°C
Record maximum temperature 27.0°C
(2013)
25.0°C
(2013)
26.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 8.0°C
(2021)
9.0°C
(2010)
5.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 19 day(s)
(61%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
12 day(s)
(40%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 16.1°C 17.1°C 16.9°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 14.2°C 16.3°C 15.8°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 18.0°C 18.0°C 17.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 21 km/h 22 km/h 22 km/h
Wind temperature 14.0°C 13.6°C 11.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 63.3 mm 76.1 mm 55.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 17 day(s)
(55%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(13%)
5 day(s)
(15%)
4 day(s)
(12%)
Record precipitation in one day 22.7 mm
(2017)
22.7 mm
(2015)
18.5 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 89% 89% 89%
Visibility 9.2 km 9.2 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 49% 52% 49%
UV index 5 4 4
Daily sunshine 13h 12h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 04h15 05h01 05h50
Sunset time 20h25 19h37 18h29
Day length 16h10 14h36 12h39
Our opinion on the climate in August
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Porthcawl in August?

Best activities in August
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Porthcawl in August last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Porthcawl in August 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
12°C19°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
12°C19°C0.0 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
17°C20°C0.0 mm
4
Light drizzle
18°C20°C0.6 mm
5
Overcast
14°C19°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
14°C19°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
16°C18°C0.1 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
14°C18°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
16°C19°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
15°C21°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
15°C28°C0.1 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
17°C23°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
17°C20°C0.2 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
15°C26°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
17°C28°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
12°C25°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
15°C25°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
16°C24°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
15°C23°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
12°C21°C0.0 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
14°C22°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
13°C24°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
13°C25°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
16°C19°C1.3 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
15°C18°C1.0 mm
28
Light rain shower
14°C17°C5.2 mm
29
Light drizzle
14°C17°C2.1 mm
30
Light drizzle
15°C18°C2.9 mm
31
Light rain shower
14°C18°C1.6 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Porthcawl in August: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Porthcawl in August, which places this month 3th out of 12.

Expect an average of 18°C during the day and 14°C at night, with about 76 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

The sea is only 17°C on average in August. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 12.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Nature and landscapes. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in High crowding, with a visitor index of 88/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

The most favorable months in Porthcawl are: June, July, August and September. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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