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Castlemaine Climate by Month

Temperatures in Castlemaine experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be pleasant, while the cooler months tend to be cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Castlemaine experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Castlemaine has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1300 mm of rainfall per year. Year-round, Castlemaine has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 128 mm, and the driest month, September, with 94 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Castlemaine. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Valentia, Ireland (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Valentia, Ireland (45 KM, 28 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Castlemaine in Ireland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Castlemaine?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Castlemaine?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Castlemaine?
    December tops the wettest month list with 128 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Castlemaine?
    September is the driest month with 94 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Castlemaine?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Castlemaine

    Fri   Dec 13
    7°C | 1°C
    W 4 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    9°C | 3°C
    W 14 km/h
    1.2 mm
    overcast and  chance of rain

    overcast and chance of rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    12°C | 9°C
    SW 18 km/h
    0.7 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight rain

    overcast and chance of slight rain