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Forfar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Forfar can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Forfar can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July to a chilly 7°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 1°C in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Forfar experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 978 mm yearly. The wettest period in Forfar occurs in October, which receives around 101 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Forfar experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 69 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Forfar, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.4 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Dundee, Scotland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Dundee, Scotland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Forecast for Forfar

Tue   Jan 28
8°C | 3°C
W 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Wed   Jan 29
7°C | 1°C
NW 5 m/s
0.7 mm
partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

Thu   Jan 30
5°C | -2°C
SW 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Forfar?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Forfar?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Forfar?
    October tops the wettest month list with 101 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Forfar?
    April is the driest month with 69 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Forfar?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 193 hours of sunshine.

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