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Aberdeen Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

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 maximum day and minimum 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 average lows reaching 3°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

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 per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 6°C in February to 13°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

Average humidity

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Average wind speed

The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s and 5 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in April, May, June, July, August, September and October and highest during January, February, March, November and December.

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)

Forecast for Aberdeen

Sat   Jan 11
-2°C | -10°C
SW 2 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Sun   Jan 12
5°C | -7°C
S 6 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

hourly forecast
Mon   Jan 13
10°C | 4°C
SW 9 m/s
0.1 mm
broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

hourly forecast
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Aberdeen in Scotland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Aberdeen?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Aberdeen?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Aberdeen?
    October tops the wettest month list with 96 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Aberdeen?
    May is the driest month with 59 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Aberdeen?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 203 hours of sunshine.

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