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Cairndow Climate by Month

Temperatures in Cairndow experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be mild, while the cooler months tend to be cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Cairndow, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 18°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 1°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Cairndow has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2024 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Cairndow experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 220 mm in January, the wettest month, and 122 mm in May, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Cairndow can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Oban, Scotland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Oban, Scotland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Cairndow in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Cairndow?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cairndow?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cairndow?
    January tops the wettest month list with 220 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cairndow?
    May is the driest month with 122 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Cairndow?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Cairndow

    Thu   Nov 21
    5°C | -3°C
    NW 18 km/h
    1.9 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of snow

    broken clouds and chance of snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    2°C | -4°C
    W 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    7°C | -2°C
    SE 36 km/h
    50 mm
    overcast and heavy sleet

    overcast and heavy sleet