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England · Ships call at Southampton, England
Warm, peak season
Southampton in August offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 70°F and comfortable lows near 59°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 2 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Warm, peak season.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Southampton, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Grand European Discovery New York To Athens (Piraeus)
RSSC Cruises
Sails Apr 29, 2027
Northern & Baltic Legends London to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jul 5, 2027
The British Isles & The Baltic Featuring Denmark
Silversea Cruises
Sails Jul 9, 2027
Nautical Northern Europe Reykjavik to Copenhagen
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jul 14, 2027
Mediterranean Spain And France
P & O Cruises
Sails Jul 18, 2027
Southampton is where most cruises from the UK begin, and where transatlantic crossings to New York leave. Five terminals sit in the Eastern and Western Docks, 15 to 30 minutes’ walk from Southampton Central station. Most cruisers fly into Heathrow, about 75 to 90 minutes away by car, or drive down from London.
The average high temperature in Southampton during August is 70°F, with a low of 59°F.
Southampton typically sees 2 days of rain in August. Warm, peak season.
For a August cruise to Southampton, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.