Glenelg Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Glenelg, Highland, Scotland, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 17°C (63°F) in July down to 7°C (45°F) in February.
With around 2272 mm (89 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Glenelg has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from August to March. The wettest month is January. The sunniest month is May, with 6.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Glenelg
The climate in Glenelg experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in July to 2°C (36°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Glenelg
Glenelg experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2272 mm (89 in) of precipitation annually. Glenelg experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 244 mm (9.6 in) in January, the wettest month, and 137 mm (5.4 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Glenelg Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Glenelg
Glenelg can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Glenelg 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Glenelg
The best time to visit Glenelg is during July, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures of 17°C (63°F). With rainfall of 160 mm (6.3 in), you can expect generally favorable weather for your visit during this period.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December, the wettest period of the year. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
