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Durness Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Durness.
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Climate overview of Durness
Temperatures in Durness, Highlands, United Kingdom, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is August at 16°C (61°F), and the coolest is February at 8°C (46°F).
With around 1486 mm (59 in) of annual rainfall, Durness has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is December. Sunshine peaks in May, when the city sees around 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Durness Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Durness - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Durness
In Durness, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C (61°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Durness
Durness has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1486 mm (59 in) of rainfall per year. Durness experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 163 mm (6.4 in) in December, the wettest month, and 85 mm (3.3 in) in May, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Durness Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Durness
Durness can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Strathy East, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Strathy East, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Strathy East, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Durness
The most favourable weather available in Durness usually occurs in July. Conditions are generally most challenging in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
wet
Feb
wet
Mar
wet
Apr
cold
May
mixed
Jun
mixed
Jul
good
Aug
mixed
Sep
mixed
Oct
wet
Nov
wet
Dec
wet
- Best overall: July
- Warmest weather: July, August and September
- Most sunshine: May
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Durness
What is the best time to visit Durness?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Durness. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Durness?
Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in February to 16°C (61°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 12°C (54°F).
How much rain does Durness get?
Annual rainfall is around 1486 mm (59 in). December is the wettest month with 163 mm (6.4 in), while May is the driest with 85 mm (3.3 in).
How sunny is Durness?
Durness receives around 1,234 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 195 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 29 hours.
Durness 3-Day Forecast
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