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Drumnadrochit Climate by Month

The climate in Drumnadrochit is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from mild during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Drumnadrochit, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 1°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Drumnadrochit experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1165 mm of precipitation annually. Year-round, Drumnadrochit has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, January, with 124 mm, and the driest month, April, with 80 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 Drumnadrochit. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (21 KM, 13 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Drumnadrochit?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Drumnadrochit?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Drumnadrochit?
    January tops the wettest month list with 124 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Drumnadrochit?
    April is the driest month with 80 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Drumnadrochit?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 178 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Drumnadrochit

    Thu   Dec 12
    3°C | -1°C
    SW 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    5°C | 0°C
    SW 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    8°C | 1°C
    SW 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain