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Belfast Climate by Month

Belfast has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Belfast experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in February to a comfortable 25°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 11°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Belfast receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 698 mm annually. The climate in Belfast shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in January, with an average of 126 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 8.1 mm of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

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During the months of June and July you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Belfast have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Belfast?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Belfast?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Belfast?
    January tops the wettest month list with 126 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Belfast?
    June is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Belfast

    Thu   Dec 12
    40°C | 23°C
    N 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    43°C | 24°C
    NW 29 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    28°C | 21°C
    SE 32 km/h
    0.6 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain