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Dunvegan Climate by Month

Temperatures in Dunvegan 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 rainfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Dunvegan experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 17°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 5°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Dunvegan has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1616 mm of rainfall per year. Dunvegan experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 176 mm in January, the wettest month, and 89 mm in May, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Dunvegan can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Dunvegan?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, October, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Dunvegan?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dunvegan?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dunvegan?
    January tops the wettest month list with 176 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dunvegan?
    May is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dunvegan?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 197 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Dunvegan

    Thu   Dec 12
    6°C | 3°C
    S 18 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    7°C | 3°C
    SW 18 km/h
    2.8 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    9°C | 3°C
    SW 22 km/h
    2.5 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain