Aberdeen Climate by Month
Temperatures in Aberdeen experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be mild, while the cooler months tend
to be cold.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
The weather in Aberdeen changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in August to a chilly 8°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in February.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Aberdeen receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 866 mm annually. The wettest period in Aberdeen occurs in October, which receives around 96 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Aberdeen experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 59 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Aberdeen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Aberdeen ranges from 6°C in February to 13°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Aberdeen.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Aberdeen ranges from 4°C in April to 5°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Aberdeen in Scotland
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 96 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 59 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 203 hours of sunshine.
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