Braemar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Braemar is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from mild during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Braemar, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in July to a chilly 4°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Braemar experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1186 mm of precipitation annually. Precipitation levels in Braemar remain relatively steady throughout the year. January has the most snow/rain, with 113 mm over 23 days. In April, this drops slightly to 86 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Braemar serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
almost clear and no rain overcast and no rain overcast and no rainForecast for Braemar
8 m/s
7 m/s
5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Braemar in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 113 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 86 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 193 hours of sunshine.
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