Fort Augustus Climate by Month
The climate in Fort Augustus 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 Fort Augustus, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°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 -0°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Fort Augustus experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1488 mm of precipitation annually. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. January brings wetter days averaging 167 mm of precipitation, spread over 23 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 97 mm of rainfall spread across 19 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Fort Augustus. 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
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Fort Augustus in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January and February.
July has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 167 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 97 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 178 hours of sunshine.
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